Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hameliifolia
ID:
298410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dwyer & M.V.Hayden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 54: 144 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297742

Common Names

  • Hameliifolia Rondeletia
  • Rondeletia Hameliifolia
  • Rondeletia Hameliifolia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Arachnothryx hameliifolia (Dwyer & M.V.Hayden) Borhidi [valid]

Description

Rondeletia hameliifolia (also called 'Hamel's 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 hameliifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rondeletia hameliifolia is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and spindly with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondeletia hameliifolia 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 hameliifolia

Rondeletia hameliifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.

Rondeletia hameliifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondeletia hameliifolia?

Rondeletia hameliifolia

What is the family of Rondeletia hameliifolia?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Rondeletia hameliifolia?

Hameliifolia Daisy

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

John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.
M. Victoria Hayden (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Hayden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:221935-2: Based on the initial data import