Status:
valid
Authors:
Robyns
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 11: 184 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299241
Common Names
- Umbellulata Rytigynia
- Rytigynia umbellulata
- Umbellulata's Rytigynia
Synonyms
- Rytigynia concolor Robyns [valid]
- Rytigynia junodii Robyns [valid]
- Rytigynia perlucidula Robyns [valid]
- Rytigynia sparsifolia Robyns [valid]
- Rytigynia welwitschii Robyns ex R.D.Good [unknown]
- Vangueria concolor Hiern [valid]
- Vangueria junodii Schinz [valid]
- Vangueria sparsifolia S.Moore [valid]
- Vangueria umbellulata Hiern [valid]
- Canthium lagoense Baill. [valid]
Description
Rytigynia umbellulata (also called 'Umbellulate 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 umbellulata 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 umbellulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rytigynia umbellulata 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 umbellulata
Rytigynia umbellulata is native to Central America and northern South America.
Rytigynia umbellulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rytigynia umbellulata?
Rytigynia umbellulata
What is the common name of Rytigynia umbellulata?
Umbellulata Rytigynia
What type of plant is Rytigynia umbellulata?
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,