Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
suffrutescens
ID:
337069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 46: 133 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336401

Common Names

  • Rovaeanthus suffrutescens
  • Suffrutescens
  • Rovaeanthus

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Synonyms

  • Rogiera suffrutescens (Brandegee) Borhidi [valid]
  • Rondeletia suffrutescens Brandegee [valid]

Description

Rovaeanthus suffrutescens (also called Shrubby Rovaeanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rovaeanthus suffrutescens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rovaeanthus suffrutescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rovaeanthus suffrutescens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Once seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Rovaeanthus suffrutescens

Rovaeanthus suffrutescens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Rovaeanthus suffrutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rovaeanthus suffrutescens?

Rovaeanthus suffrutescens

What is the common name of Rovaeanthus suffrutescens?

Shrubby Rovaeanthus

What is the natural habitat of Rovaeanthus suffrutescens?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Rovaeanthus genus

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-216762: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.