Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uhligii
ID:
299908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum. & K.Krause) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 165 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299240

Common Names

  • Uhlig's Rytigynia
  • Rytigynia uhligii
  • Uhlig Rytigynia

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Synonyms

  • Plectronia kidaria K.Schum. & K.Krause [unknown]
  • Rytigynia euclioides Robyns [valid]
  • Rytigynia kidaria (K.Schum. & K.Krause) Bullock [valid]
  • Rytigynia lenticellata Robyns [valid]
  • Rytigynia murifolia Gilli [valid]
  • Rytigynia schumannii Robyns [valid]
  • Rytigynia schumannii puberula (K.Schum.) Robyns [valid]
  • Rytigynia undulata Robyns [valid]
  • Vangueria neglecta K.Schum. [valid]
  • Vangueria neglecta puberula K.Schum. [valid]
  • Vangueria uhligii K.Schum. & K.Krause [valid]
  • Canthium sarogliae Chiov. [valid]
  • Rytigynia schumannii uhligii (K.Schum. & K.Krause) Robyns [illegitimate]

Description

Rytigynia uhligii (also called 'Uhlig's Knot', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rytigynia uhligii is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rytingynia uhligii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rytigynia uhligii is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Rytigynia uhligii

Rytigynia uhligii is native to Central America and northern South America.

Rytigynia uhligii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rytigynia uhligii?

Rytigynia uhligii

What is the common name of Rytigynia uhligii?

Uhligii Rytigynia

What type of plant is Rytigynia uhligii?

Evergreen shrub

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-180995: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.