Rondeletia impressa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
impressa
ID:
298425
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krug & Urb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 1: 412 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297757
Common Names
- Impressa Rondeletia
- Impressa Rondeletia Bush
- Impressa Rondeletia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rondeletia impressa (also called 'Impressed 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 impressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rondeletia impressa is a small, 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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Rondeletia impressa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and given regular waterings.
Where to Find Rondeletia impressa
Rondeletia impressa is found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Rondeletia impressa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia impressa?
Rondeletia impressa
What is the family of Rondeletia impressa?
Rubiaceae
Where is Rondeletia impressa found?
Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
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-179571: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.