Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sclerocalyx
ID:
299584

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Zappi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Fl. Venez. Guayana 8: 810 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298916

Common Names

  • Rudgea Sclerocalyx
  • Sclerocalyx Rudgea
  • Rudgea

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Synonyms

  • Mapouria sclerocalyx Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Mapouria sclerocalyx coriacea Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Mapouria sclerocalyx firma Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Mapouria sclerocalyx latifolia Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Mapouria spruceana Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Psychotria limbata Benth. [unknown]
  • Psychotria spruceana Standl. [valid]
  • Rudgea killipii Standl. [valid]
  • Rudgea laurifolia (Kunth) Steyerm. [valid]
  • Rudgea morichensis Steyerm. [valid]
  • Rudgea pleurocalyx Standl. [valid]
  • Uragoga sclerocalyx (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga spruceana (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Coffea coriacea Humb. & Bonpl. ex Roem. & Schult. [valid]
  • Coffea laurifolia Kunth [illegitimate]

Description

Rudgea sclerocalyx (also called Thick-leaved Rudgea, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil and can be found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea sclerocalyx 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

Flower of Rudgea sclerocalyx is white, with a yellow center and five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea sclerocalyx 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 sclerocalyx

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

Rudgea sclerocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea sclerocalyx?

Rudgea sclerocalyx

What is the common name of Rudgea sclerocalyx?

Rudgea

What is the family of Rudgea sclerocalyx?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180680: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.