Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
mornicola
ID:
298501

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 21A(5): 69 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297833

Common Names

  • Rondeletia Mornicola
  • Mornicola Rondeletia
  • Rondeletia Mornico

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Description

Rondeletia mornicola (also called 'Mornico', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, dark green leaves. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rondeletia mornicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas that can help to improve digestion and reduce fatigue.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rondeletia mornicola has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondeletia mornicola is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer and pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Rondeletia mornicola

Rondeletia mornicola is found in Mexico.

Rondeletia mornicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondeletia mornicola?

Rondeletia mornicola

What is the common name of Rondeletia mornicola?

Mornicola Rondeletia

What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia mornicola?

Tropical rainforests

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-179643: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.