Rondeletia lucida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
298474
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Fernández & Borhidi
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 31: 158 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297806
Common Names
- Rondeletia Lucida
- Lucida Rondeletia
- Rondeletia Shiny
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rondeletia lucida (also called Shining 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 lucida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating wounds and skin infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rondeletia lucida is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have long, thin stems with glossy, green leaves.
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Rondeletia lucida is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and prune to shape as desired. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Where to Find Rondeletia lucida
Rondeletia lucida is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Rondeletia lucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia lucida?
Rondeletia lucida
Where is Rondeletia lucida found?
Rondeletia lucida is found in Mexico.
What type of plant is Rondeletia lucida?
Rondeletia lucida is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
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-179618: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Mayra Fernández (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fernández' in the authors string.