Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubescens
ID:
311859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Bremek. ex Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 301 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311191

Common Names

  • Simira rubescens
  • Rubescens Simira
  • Simira

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Synonyms

  • Macrocnemum tinctorium Kunth [unknown]
  • Sickingia japurensis K.Schum. [valid]
  • Sickingia xanthostema K.Schum. [valid]
  • Simira erythroxylon saxicola Steyerm. [valid]
  • Sprucea rubescens Benth. [valid]
  • Sickingia tinctoria K.Schum. [valid]
  • Sickingia japurensis glaberrima Kuntze [valid]
  • Cinchona laccifera Tafalla ex Wedd. [invalid]
  • Cinchona laccifera Ruiz & Pav. ex Fée [invalid]
  • Condaminea tinctoria DC. [unknown]
  • Macrocnemum tinctorium Kunth [unknown]

Description

Simira rubescens (also called Simira rubescens, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to South America and is found in open woodland and heathland areas. It has small, oval leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Simira rubescens is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil. Non-medical uses of this plant include its use as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Simira rubescens is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simira rubescens is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Simira rubescens

Simira rubescens can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Simira rubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simira rubescens?

Simira rubescens

What is the common name of Simira rubescens?

Rubescens

What is the natural habitat of Simira rubescens?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

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-192341: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.