Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
299130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrenk

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 2: 115 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298462

Common Names

  • Rubia dolichophylla
  • Long-leaved Madder
  • Long-leaved Rubia

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Synonyms

  • Rubia dolichophylla kalshirica Serg. [valid]

Description

Rubia dolichophylla (also called Long-stalked Madder, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It is a climbing plant with long, slender stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. Its leaves are alternate, ovate to lanceolate in shape and its fruits are small, globose berries. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, open woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Rubia dolichophylla is used as a dye for fabrics, as a medicinal herb, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white or pinkish-white flowers. Seed: Small, black, round seed. Seedlings: Small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubia dolichophylla is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Rubia dolichophylla

Rubia dolichophylla is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Rubia dolichophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rubia dolichophylla?

Rubia dolichophylla

What is the family of Rubia dolichophylla?

Rubiaceae

Where is Rubia dolichophylla found?

Central and South America

Species in the Rubia genus

Rubia agostinhoi, Rubia aitchisonii, Rubia alaica, Rubia alata, Rubia albicaulis, Rubia angustisissima, Rubia argyi, Rubia atropurpurea, Rubia balearica, Rubia caramanica, Rubia charifolia, Rubia chinensis, Rubia chitralensis, Rubia clematidifolia, Rubia cordifolia, Rubia crassipes, Rubia cretacea, Rubia davisiana, Rubia deserticola, Rubia discolor, Rubia dolichophylla, Rubia edgeworthii, Rubia falciformis, Rubia filiformis, Rubia florida, Rubia fruticosa, Rubia garrettii, Rubia gedrosiaca, Rubia haematantha, Rubia hexaphylla, Rubia himalayensis, Rubia hispidicaulis, Rubia horrida, Rubia infundibularis, Rubia jesoensis, Rubia komarovii, Rubia krascheninnikovii, Rubia laevissima, Rubia latipetala, Rubia laurae, Rubia laxiflora, Rubia linii, Rubia magna, Rubia mandersii, Rubia manjith, Rubia membranacea, Rubia oncotricha, Rubia oppositifolia, Rubia pallida, Rubia pauciflora,

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,

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