Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
engleriana
ID:
298892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Keay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 57 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298224

Common Names

  • Rothmannia engleriana
  • Engler's Rothmannia
  • False Myrtle

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Synonyms

  • Randia engleriana K.Schum. [valid]
  • Randia katentaniae De Wild. [valid]
  • Randia kuhniana F.Hoffm. & K.Schum. [valid]
  • Randia lacourtiana De Wild. [valid]
  • Randia lemairei De Wild. [valid]
  • Randia ternifolia Ficalho & Hiern [valid]
  • Rothmannia engleriana ternifolia (Ficalho & Hiern) Somers [valid]
  • Rothmannia kuhniana (Hoffm. & K.Schum.) Fagerl. [valid]

Description

Rothmannia engleriana (also called 'Engler's Rothmannia' and 'Engler's Myrciaria', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in rainforest and wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rothmannia engleriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rothmannia engleriana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rothmannia engleriana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune to shape as desired.

Where to Find Rothmannia engleriana

Rothmannia engleriana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Rothmannia engleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rothmannia engleriana?

Rothmannia engleriana

What is the family of Rothmannia engleriana?

Rubiaceae

Where is Rothmannia engleriana native to?

Congo

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-180032: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.