Rondeletia fortunensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fortunensis
ID:
837295
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borhidi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 50: 277 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836630
Common Names
- Rondeletia fortunensis
- Fortunate Rondeletia
- Fortunate Wild Petunia
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Rondeletia fortunensis (also called Fortuna Rondeletia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 6 m in height, with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rondeletia fortunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rondeletia fortunensis are small and white with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Rondeletia fortunensis can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Rondeletia fortunensis
Rondeletia fortunensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Rondeletia fortunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia fortunensis?
Rondeletia fortunensis
What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia fortunensis?
It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
What is the flowering period of Rondeletia fortunensis?
It flowers from April to June.
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-373916: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.