Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
shaferi
ID:
298614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 398 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297946

Common Names

  • Shaferi Rondeletia
  • Rondeletia Shaferi
  • Shaferi Bush

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Description

Rondeletia shaferi (also called Shafer's Rondeletia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Galápagos Islands. It grows to a height of up to 6 m and has a spreading crown. The leaves are simple, alternate, and elliptic-oblong in shape. It is found in dry coastal scrub, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rondeletia shaferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rondeletia shaferi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rondeletia shaferi can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rondeletia shaferi

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

Rondeletia shaferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rondeletia shaferi?

Rondeletia shaferi

What is the family of Rondeletia shaferi?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Rondeletia shaferi?

Shafer's rondeletia

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-179750: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.