Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
skutchii
ID:
299593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 18: 1374 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298925

Common Names

  • Rudgea Skutchii
  • Skutchii Rudgea
  • Rudgea

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Synonyms

  • Rudgea coronicarpa Dwyer [valid]

Description

Rudgea skutchii (also called Skutch's 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 skutchii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria. It is also used for its ornamental value in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rudgea skutchii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea skutchii is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Rudgea skutchii

Rudgea skutchii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica.

Rudgea skutchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea skutchii?

Rudgea skutchii

What is the common name of Rudgea skutchii?

Rudgea

What is the family of Rudgea skutchii?

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