Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuissima
ID:
1416129

Status:
valid

Authors:
ined.

Source:
wcvp

Year:

Citation Micro:
ined.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428594


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Description

Rubia tenuissima (also called Rubia tenuissima, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a simple inflorescence and grows in wet and marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rubia tenuissima is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubia tenuissima is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, which is surrounded by a single bract. The seed of Rubia tenuissima is a small, dark brown, oblong nut. The seedlings of Rubia tenuissima are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubia tenuissima is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Rubia tenuissima

Rubia tenuissima is native to India and can be found in the tropical regions of South Asia.

Rubia tenuissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rubia tenuissima?

Rubia tenuissima

What is the natural habitat of Rubia tenuissima?

It is native to the Caucasus Mountains.

What is the average height of Rubia tenuissima?

It typically grows up to 1.2 m (4 ft) in height.

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,