Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guyanensis
ID:
299442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1931: 475 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298774

Common Names

  • Guyanensis Rudgea
  • Guyanensis False-Jasmine
  • Rudgea Vine

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Synonyms

  • Rudgea cephalantha Standl. [valid]
  • Rudgea retifolia Standl. [valid]
  • Strempelia guyanensis A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Rudgea guyanensis (also called Rudgea guyanensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has dark green, glossy leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in tropical forests, but can also be found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea guyanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rudgea guyanensis is a white or pinkish-white, tubular corolla with five lobes. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea guyanensis is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Rudgea guyanensis

Rudgea guyanensis can be found in the Brazilian states of Amazonas and Para.

Rudgea guyanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea guyanensis?

Rudgea guyanensis

What is the family of Rudgea guyanensis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Rudgea guyanensis found?

Brazil

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