Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
299460

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(5): 220 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298792

Common Names

  • Involucrata Rudgea
  • Rudge's Involucrata
  • Involucrata Bush

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga taubertiana Kuntze [valid]

Description

Rudgea involucrata (also called Involucrate Rudgea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in humid forests, from sea level up to 1,000 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea involucrata has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and digestive problems. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rudgea involucrata has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea involucrata 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 involucrata

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

Rudgea involucrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea involucrata?

Rudgea involucrata

What is the common name of Rudgea involucrata?

Involucre Madder

Where is Rudgea involucrata found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

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