Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
glauca
ID:
298400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 329 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297732

Common Names

  • Glauca Rondeletia
  • Rondeletia Glauca
  • Rondeletia Glauca Plant

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Description

Rondeletia glauca (also called 'Gray Rondeletia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rondeletia glauca 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

Rondeletia glauca has white flowers with yellow centers and red spots. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondeletia glauca can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Rondeletia glauca

Rondeletia glauca can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Rondeletia glauca FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia glauca?

Rondeletia glauca is native to Central America and the Caribbean.

What is the typical height of Rondeletia glauca?

Rondeletia glauca typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet.

What type of soil does Rondeletia glauca prefer?

Rondeletia glauca prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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-179548: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.