Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
insularis
ID:
298435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 44: 28 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297767

Common Names

  • Insularis Rondeletia
  • Insularis Rondeletia Bush
  • Insularis Rondeletia Plant

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Description

Rondeletia insularis (also called Island Rose, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rondeletia insularis 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 insularis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondeletia insularis 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 insularis

Rondeletia insularis is found in the Caribbean.

Rondeletia insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondeletia insularis?

Rondeletia insularis

What is the family of Rondeletia insularis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Rondeletia insularis 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,

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