Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 15: 196 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523236
Common Names
- Hathewayi Ronnbergia
- Hathewayi
- Hathewayi Waxberry
Description
Ronnbergia hathewayi (also called Hatheway's Ronnbergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the heath family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in moist, sandy soils in flatwoods, savannas, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ronnbergia hathewayi is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide shade and shelter for animals and birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ronnbergia hathewayi has white flowers with yellow anthers, small, dark brown seeds, and seedlings with opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ronnbergia hathewayi is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ronnbergia hathewayi
Ronnbergia hathewayi can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Ronnbergia hathewayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ronnbergia hathewayi?
Ronnbergia hathewayi
What is the common name of Ronnbergia hathewayi?
Hatheway's Ronnbergia
What is the natural range of Ronnbergia hathewayi?
Brazil
Species in the Ronnbergia genus
Ronnbergia campanulata,
Ronnbergia columbiana,
Ronnbergia deleonii,
Ronnbergia explodens,
Ronnbergia hathewayi,
Ronnbergia killipiana,
Ronnbergia maidifolia,
Ronnbergia morreniana,
Ronnbergia drakeana,
Ronnbergia allenii,
Ronnbergia weberbaueri,
Ronnbergia wuelfinghoffii,
Ronnbergia viridispica,
Ronnbergia veitchii,
Ronnbergia tonduzii,
Ronnbergia subpetiolata,
Ronnbergia involucrata,
Ronnbergia germinyana,
Ronnbergia fraseri,
Ronnbergia aciculosa,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:222105-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].