Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
erythrocalyx
ID:
399519

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilg ex G.Schellenb.) Jongkind

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap. 89(6): 334 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398851



Common Names

  • Rourea erythrocalyx
  • Red-calyx Rourea
  • Calyx Rourea


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Synonyms

  • Roureopsis erythrocalyx G.Schellenb. [unknown]

Description

Rourea erythrocalyx (also called 'Red-bark Rourea', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows up to 10 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. It grows in tropical rainforests, in seasonally dry forests, and in mangrove forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rourea erythrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rourea erythrocalyx is a small yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rourea erythrocalyx is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in coastal areas, lowland forests, and scrubland. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, Rourea erythrocalyx requires little maintenance and is tolerant of dry conditions.

Where to Find Rourea erythrocalyx

Rourea erythrocalyx can be found in the Amazon rainforest, in the countries of Peru, Brazil, and Ecuador.

Rourea erythrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rourea erythrocalyx?

Rourea erythrocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Rourea erythrocalyx?

Tropical rainforests of South America

What is the average height of Rourea erythrocalyx?

Up to 30 meters

Species in the Rourea genus

Rourea balansaeana, Rourea blanchetiana, Rourea cassioides, Rourea bahiensis, Rourea calophylla, Rourea amazonica, Rourea araguaensis, Rourea cuspidata, Rourea erythrocalyx, Rourea chrysomalla, Rourea coccinea, Rourea stenopetala, Rourea surinamensis, Rourea tenuis, Rourea thomsonii, Rourea thonneri, Rourea sprucei, Rourea foreroi, Rourea frutescens, Rourea grosourdyana, Rourea glabra, Rourea krukovii, Rourea solanderi, Rourea laurifolia, Rourea revoluta, Rourea mimosoides, Rourea minor, Rourea myriantha, Rourea neglecta, Rourea obliquifoliolata, Rourea pinnata, Rourea prainiana, Rourea prancei, Rourea oligophlebia, Rourea ovalis, Rourea parviflora, Rourea pubescens, Rourea pseudospadicea, Rourea duckei, Rourea kappleri, Rourea psammophila, Rourea glazioui, Rourea macrocalyx, Rourea carvalhoi, Rourea pseudogardneriana, Rourea luizalbertoi, Rourea emarginata, Rourea vulcanicola, Rourea calophylloides, Rourea aspleniifolia,

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2415863: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Carel Christiaan Hugo Jongkind (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jongkind' in the authors string.
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.