Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
298602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 39: 8 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297934

Common Names

  • Rocky Rondeletia
  • Rondeletia Rocky
  • Rocky Bush

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Description

Rondeletia saxicola (also called Caribbean Rose, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rondeletia saxicola 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 saxicola is white and bell-shaped with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rondeletia saxicola: This species is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Rondeletia saxicola

Rondeletia saxicola can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Rondeletia saxicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondeletia saxicola?

Rondeletia saxicola

What are the common names of Rondeletia saxicola?

Rocky rondeletia, Scarlet rondeletia, Scarlet plume

What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia saxicola?

Rondeletia saxicola is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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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