Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sikkimensis
ID:
299288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 43: 188 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298620

Common Names

  • Sikkimensis Rubia
  • Rubia Sikkimensis
  • Sikkimensis's Madder

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Description

Rubia sikkimensis (also called Sikkim Madder, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a short, woody stem and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on walls and fences.

Uses & Benefits

Rubia sikkimensis is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubia sikkimensis is small and red, with four petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubia sikkimensis is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Stem cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rubia sikkimensis

Rubia sikkimensis can be found in the Himalayas.

Rubia sikkimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rubia sikkimensis?

Rubia sikkimensis

What is the family of Rubia sikkimensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Rubia sikkimensis?

Sikkim 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,

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