Status:
valid
Authors:
Bruniera & Torres-Leite
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 379(2): 181. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317255
Common Names
- Rudgea minutifolia
- Minutifolia Rudgea
- Rudgea jasminoides
Description
Rudgea minutifolia (also called Tiny-leaved rudgea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. Native to Brazil, it is found in tropical forests and humid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rudgea minutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rudgea minutifolia is white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rudgea minutifolia is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Rudgea minutifolia
Rudgea minutifolia is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Rudgea minutifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Rudgea minutifolia?
Small-leaved Rudgea
What is the optimal climate for Rudgea minutifolia?
Tropical and subtropical climates
What is the optimal soil type for Rudgea minutifolia?
Well-drained, fertile soil
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
Carla P. Bruniera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruniera' in the authors string.
Filipe Torres-Leite: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torres-Leite' in the authors string.