Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
coronula
ID:
1334000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alejandro & Meve

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 34: 386 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346454

Common Names

  • Rubovietnamia coronula
  • Rubovietnamia coronula Plant
  • Rubovietnamia coronula Flower

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Description

Rubovietnamia coronula (also called Coronula Rubovietnamia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall and is native to the Caribbean region. It is found in dry forests, scrublands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rubovietnamia coronula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rubovietnamia coronula is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rubovietnamia coronula is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Rubovietnamia coronula

Rubovietnamia coronula is native to Vietnam and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Annamite Mountains.

Rubovietnamia coronula FAQ

What type of plant is Rubovietnamia coronula?

Rubovietnamia coronula is a species of shrub.

Where is Rubovietnamia coronula found?

Rubovietnamia coronula is found in Vietnam.

What is the growth habit of Rubovietnamia coronula?

Rubovietnamia coronula is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers.

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

Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.
Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alejandro' in the authors string.