Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longiflorum
ID:
298710

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Fagerl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298042

Common Names

  • Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum
  • Long-Flowered Rosenbergiodendron
  • Long-Leaved Rosenbergiodendron

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Synonyms

  • Randia formosa longiflora K.Schum. [valid]
  • Randia ruiziana DC. [valid]
  • Randia speciosa DC. [valid]
  • Randia williamsii Standl. [illegitimate]
  • Solena ruiziana (DC.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Basanacantha macrocarpa Rusby [valid]
  • Solena speciosa (DC.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Gardenia longiflora Ruiz & Pav. [valid]

Description

Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum (also called 'Long-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 longiflorum 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 longiflorum: 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 longiflorum

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

Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum?

Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum

What is the family of Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Rosenbergiodendron longiflorum?

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-179853: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Folke Fagerlind (1907-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fagerl.' in the authors string.