Status:
valid
Authors:
Zappi, J.G.Jardim & Bruniera
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 290 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317274
Common Names
- Rudgea
- Agresteophila
- Rudgea Agresteophila
Description
Rudgea agresteophila (also called Agreste's rudgea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. Native to Brazil, it is found in tropical forests and humid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rudgea agresteophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rudgea agresteophila has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rudgea agresteophila is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Layering can be done in the spring or summer by bending a branch down to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until roots form, then it can be cut off and planted in a pot.
Where to Find Rudgea agresteophila
Rudgea agresteophila can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Rudgea agresteophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudgea agresteophila?
Rudgea agresteophila
What type of plant is Rudgea agresteophila?
Rudgea agresteophila is a flowering plant.
Where does Rudgea agresteophila grow?
Rudgea agresteophila grows in tropical regions of South America.
Species in the Rudgea genus
Rudgea amazonica,
Rudgea amplexicaulis,
Rudgea angustissima,
Rudgea apodantha,
Rudgea ayangannensis,
Rudgea bacciflora,
Rudgea blanchetiana,
Rudgea brachyandra,
Rudgea bracteata,
Rudgea bremekampiana,
Rudgea buntingii,
Rudgea burchelliana,
Rudgea canephorantha,
Rudgea cardonae,
Rudgea casarettoana,
Rudgea ciliata,
Rudgea citrifolia,
Rudgea colombiana,
Rudgea conocarpa,
Rudgea cordata,
Rudgea coriacea,
Rudgea cornifolia,
Rudgea coronata,
Rudgea corymbulosa,
Rudgea costanensis,
Rudgea crassifolia,
Rudgea crassiloba,
Rudgea cryptantha,
Rudgea cuatrecasasii,
Rudgea discolor,
Rudgea duckei,
Rudgea enervia,
Rudgea erioloba,
Rudgea erythrocarpa,
Rudgea fascigera,
Rudgea foveolata,
Rudgea francavillana,
Rudgea frondosa,
Rudgea garciana,
Rudgea gardenioides,
Rudgea goyazensis,
Rudgea graciliflora,
Rudgea grandifructa,
Rudgea guyanensis,
Rudgea hemisphaerica,
Rudgea hospes,
Rudgea hostmanniana,
Rudgea ilheotica,
Rudgea insignis,
Rudgea interrupta,
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
Carla P. Bruniera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruniera' in the authors string.
Jomar Gomes Jardim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Jardim' in the authors string.