Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thibaudioides
ID:
299680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Karst.) Delprete

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 77: 81 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299012

Common Names

  • Rustia thibaudioides
  • Thibaud's Rustia
  • Rustia

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Synonyms

  • Rustia secundiflora K.Schum. [valid]
  • Rustia splendens (H.Karst.) Standl. [valid]
  • Henlea splendens H.Karst. [valid]
  • Henlea thibaudioides H.Karst. [valid]

Description

Rustia thibaudioides (also called Thibaud's 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 thibaudioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rustia thibaudioides is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 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 thibaudioides

Rustia thibaudioides is native to South America, and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Rustia thibaudioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rustia thibaudioides?

Rustia thibaudioides

What is the natural habitat of Rustia thibaudioides?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Rustia thibaudioides?

The average size of Rustia thibaudioides 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-180773: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Karl Wilhelm Hermann Karsten (1817-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Karst.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.