Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
densiflorum
ID:
298705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Fagerl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 42: 152 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298037

Common Names

  • Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum
  • Dense-Flowered Rosenbergiodendron
  • Dense-Leaved Rosenbergiodendron

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Synonyms

  • Randia densiflora Bartl. ex K.Schum. [invalid]
  • Randia formosa densiflora K.Schum. [valid]
  • Randia oppositiflora K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum (also called 'Dense-Flowered Rosenbergiodendron', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, and is found in dry forests, coastal forests, and mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has showy flowers and attractive foliage, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, fragrant, bell-shaped flowers. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings are reddish-brown in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum: This species is propagated by seed, cuttings, and division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum

Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum is native to Central America and northern South America.

Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum?

Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum

What is the family of Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Rosenbergiodendron densiflorum?

Mexico and Central America

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-179849: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Folke Fagerlind (1907-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fagerl.' in the authors string.