Rubia pterygocaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.S.Lo
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 7: 22 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298586
Common Names
- Rubia pterygocaulis
- Winged-stalked Rubia
- Winged Rubia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rubia pterygocaulis (also called winged-stem madder, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, scrub forests, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rubia pterygocaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rubia pterygocaulis is small and purple, with four petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rubia pterygocaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny position and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rubia pterygocaulis
Rubia pterygocaulis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Rubia pterygocaulis FAQ
What are the common names of Rubia pterygocaulis?
Common names of Rubia pterygocaulis include Winged-Stemmed Madder and Winged-Stemmed Rue
What is the native range of Rubia pterygocaulis?
Rubia pterygocaulis is native to Europe and western Asia
What are the uses of Rubia pterygocaulis?
Rubia pterygocaulis is used for medicinal and ornamental purposes
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180377: Based on the initial data import
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.