Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ventuariana
ID:
1331064

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl. & Steyerm.) C.M.Taylor, Bruniera & Zappi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(4)-45: 6 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343518

Common Names

  • Rudgea ventuariana
  • Ventuariana Rudgea
  • Rudgea ventuariana

Searching for Rudgea ventuariana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Rudgea ventuariana (also called Ventuarian Rudgea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in montane and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rudgea ventuariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rudgea ventuariana has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Rudgea ventuariana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Rudgea ventuariana is a tropical plant that is best propagated from cuttings. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. To propagate, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy, and the cutting should take root in a few weeks. Once the roots have developed, the plant can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Rudgea ventuariana

Rudgea ventuariana is native to Venezuela. It can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams and rivers.

Rudgea ventuariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea ventuariana?

Rudgea ventuariana

What is the common name of Rudgea ventuariana?

Ventuarian Rudgea

What is the natural habitat of Rudgea ventuariana?

It is found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Guatemala

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

Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.
Carla P. Bruniera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruniera' in the authors string.