Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1788
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 41 (1788)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298001
Common Names
- Umbellulata Rondeletia
- Rondeletia Small-Umbel
- Small-Umbel Rondeletia
Synonyms
- Petesia villosa Sm. [valid]
- Rondeletia umbellata J.F.Gmel. [valid]
Description
Rondeletia umbellulata (also called 'Coffeeberry', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white or pink flowers. It is native to Central America and Mexico, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rondeletia umbellulata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife and in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomach problems, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rondeletia umbellulata has white flowers, small seeds, and seedlings with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Rondeletia umbellulata: This plant is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Rondeletia umbellulata
Rondeletia umbellulata can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Rondeletia umbellulata FAQ
What are the common names of Rondeletia umbellulata?
Rondeletia umbellulata is commonly known as the Umbellulate Rondeletia
What is the scientific classification of Rondeletia umbellulata?
Rondeletia umbellulata belongs to the family Rubiaceae and the genus Rondeletia
What is the native range of Rondeletia umbellulata?
Rondeletia umbellulata is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
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,