Status:
valid
Authors:
Robyns
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 11: 207 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299215
Common Names
- Rytigynia rhamnoides
- Rhamnoides Rytigynia
- Rhamnoides
Description
Rytigynia rhamnoides (also called Rhamnoid Rytigynia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rytigynia rhamnoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rytigynia rhamnoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rytigynia rhamnoides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Rytigynia rhamnoides
Rytigynia rhamnoides is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.
Rytigynia rhamnoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rytigynia rhamnoides?
Rytigynia rhamnoides
What is the common name of Rytigynia rhamnoides?
Rhamnoid Rytigynia
What is the family of Rytigynia rhamnoides?
Rubiaceae
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,