Rondeletia erythroneura - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythroneura
ID:
298381
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Karst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 30: 148 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297713
Common Names
- Erythroneura Rondeletia
- Rondeletia Erythroneura
- Rondeletia Erythroneura Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rondeletia erythroneura (also called Erythroneura Rondeletia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rondeletia erythroneura can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It can also be used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rondeletia erythroneura is a white or pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Rondeletia erythroneura is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Rondeletia erythroneura
Rondeletia erythroneura can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Rondeletia erythroneura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia erythroneura?
Rondeletia erythroneura
What is the family of Rondeletia erythroneura?
Rubiaceae
What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia erythroneura?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Rondeletia genus
Rondeletia acunae, Rondeletia adamsii, Rondeletia alaternoides, Rondeletia americana, Rondeletia amplexicaulis, Rondeletia anguillensis, Rondeletia anomala, Rondeletia apiculata, Rondeletia areolata, Rondeletia arida, Rondeletia aristeguietae, Rondeletia aurantiaca, Rondeletia avenia, Rondeletia azulensis, Rondeletia baracoensis, Rondeletia barahonensis, Rondeletia belizensis, Rondeletia berteroana, Rondeletia bicolor, Rondeletia bissei, Rondeletia brachyantha, Rondeletia brachyphylla, Rondeletia bracteosa, Rondeletia brauseana, Rondeletia brigandina, Rondeletia buxifolia, Rondeletia cacuminis, Rondeletia calophylla, Rondeletia camarioca, Rondeletia carnea, Rondeletia chamaebuxifolia, Rondeletia chinajensis, Rondeletia christii, Rondeletia cincta, Rondeletia clarendonensis, Rondeletia combsii, Rondeletia combsioides, Rondeletia conferta, Rondeletia convoluta, Rondeletia coronata, Rondeletia crassinervis, Rondeletia cristalensis, Rondeletia cumanensis, Rondeletia cymulosa, Rondeletia daphnoides, Rondeletia dilatata, Rondeletia diplocalyx, Rondeletia disperma, Rondeletia dolphinensis, Rondeletia domatiata,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179527: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Karl Wilhelm Hermann Karsten (1817-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Karst.' in the authors string.