Rudgea isthmensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl. in Woodson & Seibert
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 26: 313 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298795
Common Names
- Isthmensis Rudgea
- Rudge's Isthmensis
- Isthmensis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Psychotria indigotica Dwyer [valid]
Description
Rudgea isthmensis (also called Isthmus 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 isthmensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rudgea isthmensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rudgea isthmensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered during dry spells. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Rudgea isthmensis
Rudgea isthmensis can be found in the Brazilian states of Amazonas and Para.
Rudgea isthmensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudgea isthmensis?
Rudgea isthmensis
What is the common name of Rudgea isthmensis?
Isthmus Madder
Where is Rudgea isthmensis 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180571: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.
Russell Jacob Seibert (1914-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seibert' in the authors string.