Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duckei
ID:
299416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 261 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298748

Common Names

  • Ducke's Rudgea
  • Ducke's False-Jasmine
  • Rudgea Vine

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Description

Rudgea duckei (also called Aulomyrcia duckei, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in humid lowland forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea duckei has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rudgea duckei has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rudgea duckei: This species is best grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or summer and should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Rudgea duckei

Rudgea duckei can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Rudgea duckei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea duckei?

Rudgea duckei

What is the family of Rudgea duckei?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Rudgea duckei?

Duckei

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,

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