Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
vacciniifolia
ID:
298672

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 44: 29 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298004

Common Names

  • Vacciniifolia Rondeletia
  • Rondeletia Vaccinium-Leaved
  • Vaccinium-Leaved Rondeletia

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Description

Rondeletia vacciniifolia (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 vacciniifolia 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 vacciniifolia has white flowers, small seeds, and seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rondeletia vacciniifolia: This plant can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Cuttings can be taken in late winter or early spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rondeletia vacciniifolia

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

Rondeletia vacciniifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Rondeletia vacciniifolia?

Rondeletia vacciniifolia is commonly known as the Vaccinium-leaved Rondeletia

What is the scientific classification of Rondeletia vacciniifolia?

Rondeletia vacciniifolia belongs to the family Rubiaceae and the genus Rondeletia

What is the native range of Rondeletia vacciniifolia?

Rondeletia vacciniifolia 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,

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