Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
formosum
ID:
298707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Fagerl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298039

Common Names

  • Rosenbergiodendron formosum
  • Beautiful Rosenbergiodendron
  • Formosan Rosenbergiodendron

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Synonyms

  • Mussaenda formosa Jacq. [valid]
  • Randia formosa (Jacq.) K.Schum. [valid]
  • Gardenia mussaenda L.f. [valid]
  • Genipa mussaendae Baill. [valid]

Description

Rosenbergiodendron formosum (also called 'Beautiful 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 formosum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rosenbergiodendron formosum var. formosum
Rosenbergiodendron formosum var. nitidum (K.Schum.) C.Gust.

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 formosum: 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 formosum

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

Rosenbergiodendron formosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rosenbergiodendron formosum?

Rosenbergiodendron formosum

What is the family of Rosenbergiodendron formosum?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Rosenbergiodendron formosum?

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-179850: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Folke Fagerlind (1907-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fagerl.' in the authors string.