Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
298525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 247 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297857

Common Names

  • Rondeletia orinocensis
  • Orinocan Rondeletia
  • Orinocan Wild-sage

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Description

Rondeletia orinocensis (also called 'Orinocense', among many other common names) is a small shrub with yellow 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 orinocensis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rondeletia orinocensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondeletia orinocensis 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 orinocensis

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

Rondeletia orinocensis FAQ

What is the common name of Rondeletia orinocensis?

Orinoco Coralbush

What is the scientific name of Orinoco Coralbush?

Rondeletia orinocensis

What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia orinocensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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