Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
rubra
ID:
1293241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 65: 475 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292579



Common Names

  • Red Zinowiewia
  • Red Zinowiewia Tree
  • Red Zinowiewia


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Description

Zinowiewia rubra (also called red zinowiewia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Mexico, where it grows in dry forest and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zinowiewia rubra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zinowiewia rubra has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zinowiewia rubra is a small evergreen shrub native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining potting soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early fall and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Zinowiewia rubra

Zinowiewia rubra is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Zinowiewia rubra FAQ

What is the common name of Zinowiewia rubra?

Red Zinowiewia

What is the scientific name of Red Zinowiewia?

Zinowiewia rubra

What is the family of Zinowiewia rubra?

Rhamnaceae

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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