Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
299661

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl. ex DC.) Klotzsch in Hayne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Getreue Darstell. Gew. 14: t. 15 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298993

Common Names

  • Rustia Formosa
  • Beautiful Rustia
  • Beautiful Ruellia

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Synonyms

  • Rustia mosenii Glaz. [invalid]
  • Rustia pohliana Klotzsch in Hayne [valid]
  • Rustia sellowiana Klotzsch in Hayne [valid]
  • Cinchona formosa Brign. [valid]
  • Cinchona formosa laevis (Cham. & Schltdl. ex DC.) Brign. [valid]
  • Cinchona formosa leprosa (Cham. & Schltdl. ex DC.) Brign. [valid]
  • Exostema formosum Cham. & Schltdl. ex DC. [valid]
  • Exostema formosum laeve DC. [valid]
  • Exostema formosum leprosum DC. [valid]

Description

Rustia formosa (also called Beautiful rustia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest.

Uses & Benefits

Rustia formosa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rustia formosa are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval. The seedlings are small, with bright green, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rustia formosa is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama and is hardy in USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Rustia formosa

Rustia formosa can be found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.

Rustia formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rustia formosa?

Rustia formosa

What is the natural habitat of Rustia formosa?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Rustia formosa?

The average size of Rustia formosa is around 4-5 meters

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-180756: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Friedrich Gottlob Hayne (1763-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayne' in the authors string.