Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 2: 385 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405098
Common Names
- Rhytidophyllum coccineum
- Scarlet Wrinkleleaf
- Wrinkleleaf
Description
Rhytidophyllum coccineum (also called 'Scarlet Leatherleaf', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves with a wavy margin and small red flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytidophyllum coccineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Rhytidophyllum coccineum is small, white, and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhytidophyllum coccineum is a perennial, grass-like plant that is native to Central America. It is often found in moist, shady areas, and can be propagated from seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought, but will not tolerate standing water. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall, or by seed in spring. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Rhytidophyllum coccineum
Rhytidophyllum coccineum is native to the tropical forests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Rhytidophyllum coccineum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytidophyllum coccineum?
Rhytidophyllum coccineum
What is the common name of Rhytidophyllum coccineum?
Scarlet Leatherleaf
What type of plant is Rhytidophyllum coccineum?
Evergreen shrub
Species in the Rhytidophyllum genus
Rhytidophyllum lanatum,
Rhytidophyllum rhodocalyx,
Rhytidophyllum minus,
Rhytidophyllum mogoticola,
Rhytidophyllum petiolare,
Rhytidophyllum bicolor,
Rhytidophyllum acunae,
Rhytidophyllum asperum,
Rhytidophyllum caribaeum,
Rhytidophyllum coccineum,
Rhytidophyllum crenulatum,
Rhytidophyllum exsertum,
Rhytidophyllum onacaense,
Rhytidophyllum cumanense,
Rhytidophyllum grandiflorum,
Rhytidophyllum daisyanum,
Rhytidophyllum berteroanum,
Rhytidophyllum tomentosum,
Rhytidophyllum auriculatum,
Rhytidophyllum earlei,
Rhytidophyllum grande,
Rhytidophyllum leucomallon,
Rhytidophyllum lomense,
Rhytidophyllum rupincola,
Rhytidophyllum vernicosum,
Rhytidophyllum viscidum,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,