Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reducticalyx
ID:
299571

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dwyer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. , n.s., 33: 304 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298903

Common Names

  • Rudgea reducticalyx
  • Reducticalyx Rudgea
  • Rudgea Reducticalyx

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Description

Rudgea reducticalyx (also called Reducticalyx Rudgea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 3-5 m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has elliptic to obovate leaves, and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea reducticalyx 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

The flower of Rudgea reducticalyx 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea reducticalyx is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It can be propagated from both seeds and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Rudgea reducticalyx

Rudgea reducticalyx can be found in the tropical rainforests of Peru.

Rudgea reducticalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea reducticalyx?

Rudgea reducticalyx

What is the common name of Rudgea reducticalyx?

Rudgea

What is the family of Rudgea reducticalyx?

Rubiaceae

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,

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