Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
465086

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grudz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 71: 939 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464418

Common Names

  • Rousselia cubensis
  • Cuban Rousselia
  • Cubensis Rousselia

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Description

Rousselia cubensis (also called Cuban Rousselia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions in South America and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rousselia cubensis, commonly known as the Cuban rousselia, is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues. The plant is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rousselia cubensis has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rousselia cubensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It requires well-draining soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Rousselia cubensis

Rousselia cubensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Rousselia cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rousselia cubensis?

Rousselia cubensis

What is the common name of Rousselia cubensis?

Cuban Rousselia

What is the natural habitat of Rousselia cubensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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