Rutidea lujae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Horti Then. 2: 115 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299045
Common Names
- Rutidea lujae
- Lujae Rutidea
- Rutidea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rutidea lujae (also called Luja's Rutidea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has glossy green leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rutidea lujae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rutidea lujae has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rutidea lujae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil. Once established, Rutidea lujae should be fertilized regularly and kept in a sunny location.
Where to Find Rutidea lujae
Rutidea lujae is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.
Rutidea lujae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rutidea lujae?
Rutidea lujae
What is the family of Rutidea lujae?
Rubiaceae
Where is Rutidea lujae found?
It is found in tropical Africa.
Species in the Rutidea genus
Rutidea decorticata, Rutidea dupuisii, Rutidea ferruginea, Rutidea fuscescens, Rutidea gabonensis, Rutidea glabra, Rutidea gracilis, Rutidea hirsuta, Rutidea hispida, Rutidea insculpta, Rutidea lujae, Rutidea membranacea, Rutidea nigerica, Rutidea olenotricha, Rutidea orientalis, Rutidea parviflora, Rutidea rufipilis, Rutidea seretii, Rutidea smithii, Rutidea tenuicaulis, Rutidea vanderystii,
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-180806: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.