Rytigynia longicaudata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 180 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299179
Common Names
- Rytigynia longicaudata
- Longicaudata Rytigynia
- Longicaudata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rytigynia longicaudata (also called 'Long-tailed Rytigynia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 15 cm in diameter. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and secondary forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rytigynia longicaudata is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rytigynia longicaudata has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, ovoid nut. The seedlings have a single cotyledon, a short hypocotyl and two small, opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rytigynia longicaudata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 2 m. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, shaded area until they have rooted.
Where to Find Rytigynia longicaudata
Rytigynia longicaudata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Rytigynia longicaudata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rytigynia longicaudata?
Rytigynia longicaudata
What is the common name of Rytigynia longicaudata?
No common name
Where is Rytigynia longicaudata found?
It is found in tropical Africa
Species in the Rytigynia genus
Rytigynia acuminatissima, Rytigynia adenodonta, Rytigynia argentea, Rytigynia bagshawei, Rytigynia beniensis, Rytigynia binata, Rytigynia bomiliensis, Rytigynia bridsoniae, Rytigynia bugoyensis, Rytigynia canthioides, Rytigynia caudatissima, Rytigynia celastroides, Rytigynia claessensii, Rytigynia claviflora, Rytigynia congesta, Rytigynia constricta, Rytigynia dasyothamnus, Rytigynia decussata, Rytigynia demeusei, Rytigynia dewevrei, Rytigynia dubiosa, Rytigynia eickii, Rytigynia ferruginea, Rytigynia flavida, Rytigynia glabrifolia, Rytigynia gossweileri, Rytigynia gracilipetiolata, Rytigynia griseovelutina, Rytigynia hirsutiflora, Rytigynia humbertii, Rytigynia ignobilis, Rytigynia kigeziensis, Rytigynia kiwuensis, Rytigynia krauseana, Rytigynia laurentii, Rytigynia lecomtei, Rytigynia leonensis, Rytigynia lewisii, Rytigynia liberica, Rytigynia lichenoxenos, Rytigynia longicaudata, Rytigynia longipedicellata, Rytigynia longituba, Rytigynia macrostipulata, Rytigynia macrura, Rytigynia madagascariensis, Rytigynia mayumbensis, Rytigynia membranacea, Rytigynia monantha, Rytigynia mrimaensis,
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-180937: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.