Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(5): 172 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298870
Common Names
- Nobilis Rudgea
- Rudgea Nobilis
- Rudgea
Synonyms
- Rudgea organensis Standl. [valid]
- Uragoga nobilis (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Rudgea nobilis (also called Noble 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 nobilis is a medicinal plant native to South America. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rudgea nobilis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rudgea nobilis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size. It is also tolerant of salt spray.
Where to Find Rudgea nobilis
Rudgea nobilis is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Rudgea nobilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rudgea nobilis?
Rudgea nobilis
What is the common name of Rudgea nobilis?
Noble Myrciaria
What is the natural habitat of Rudgea nobilis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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,