Rudgea laevis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 207 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298810
Common Names
- Laevis Rudgea
- Rudge's Laevis
- Laevis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rudgea laevis (also called Smooth Rudgea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It typically grows up to 5 m tall and has alternate, elliptic to obovate leaves. It is found in humid forests, from sea level to 1,000 m altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Rudgea laevis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rudgea laevis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rudgea laevis 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 laevis
Rudgea laevis can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Rudgea laevis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudgea laevis?
Rudgea laevis
What is the family of Rudgea laevis?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Rudgea laevis?
Smooth Rudgea
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-180585: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.