Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thunbergii
ID:
299308

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 590 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298640

Common Names

  • Thunbergii Rubia
  • Rubia Thunbergii
  • Thunbergii's Madder

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Synonyms

  • Rubia laevis Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Galium thunbergii Druce [valid]

Description

Rubia thunbergii (also called Thunberg's Madder, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Asia. 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 thunbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubia thunbergii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Rubia thunbergii

Rubia thunbergii is native to Japan. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Rubia thunbergii FAQ

What are the common names of Rubia thunbergii?

Common names of Rubia thunbergii include Thunberg's Madder and Thunberg's Rue

What is the native range of Rubia thunbergii?

Rubia thunbergii is native to Europe and western Asia

What are the uses of Rubia thunbergii?

Rubia thunbergii 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,