Rubia salicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.S.Lo
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 7: 24 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298607
Common Names
- Salicifolia Rubia
- Rubia Salicifolia
- Salicifolia's Madder
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rubia salicifolia (also called willow-leaved 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 salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rubia salicifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rubia salicifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the root system. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not overwatered. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Rubia salicifolia
Rubia salicifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Rubia salicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rubia salicifolia?
Rubia salicifolia
What is the family of Rubia salicifolia?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Rubia salicifolia?
Willow-leaved madder
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-180397: Based on the initial data import
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.