Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
rigida
ID:
1236588

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Coult. & Rose

Source:
tro

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 12: 74, pl. 3. 1887

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235926



Common Names

  • Tiedemannia Rigida
  • Viola Lehmannii
  • Sabatia Foliosa


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Description

Tiedemannia rigida (also called 'Rigid Tiedemannia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are up to 5 cm long. It produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tiedemannia rigida is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat minor ailments such as headaches and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tiedemannia rigida are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tiedemannia rigida is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Tiedemannia rigida

Tiedemannia rigida is found in tropical Africa.

Tiedemannia rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tiedemannia rigida?

Tiedemannia rigida

What is the common name of Tiedemannia rigida?

Rigid Tiedemannia

What is the family of Tiedemannia rigida?

Asteraceae

Species in the Tiedemannia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50086177: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.