Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
299614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 3(3): 48 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298946

Common Names

  • Rudgea Tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Rudgea
  • Rudgea

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Description

Rudgea tomentosa (also called Woolly Rudgea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in a variety of habitats, including dry and wet forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea tomentosa 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 tomentosa has white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea tomentosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Rudgea tomentosa

Rudgea tomentosa is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Rudgea tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea tomentosa?

Rudgea tomentosa

What is the family of Rudgea tomentosa?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Rudgea tomentosa?

Tomentosa Rudgea

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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