Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
298532

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krug & Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 1: 419 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297864

Common Names

  • Rondeletia pachyphylla
  • Thick-leaved Rondeletia
  • Thick-leaved Wild-sage

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Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rondeletia pachyphylla sub. pachyphylla
Rondeletia pachyphylla sub. myrtilloides M.Fernández & Borhidi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rondeletia pachyphylla 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 pachyphylla is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Rondeletia pachyphylla

Rondeletia pachyphylla is native to Mexico and Central America.

Rondeletia pachyphylla FAQ

What is the common name of Rondeletia pachyphylla?

Thick-leaved Coralbush

What is the scientific name of Thick-leaved Coralbush?

Rondeletia pachyphylla

What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia pachyphylla?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179674: 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.