Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
405628

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) A.Weber

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Biol. Pflanzen 70: 247 (1997-1998 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404960

Common Names

  • Ridleyandra atropurpurea
  • Purple Ridleyandra
  • Ridleyandra

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Synonyms

  • Didissandra atropurpurea Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Ridleyandra atropurpurea (also called Purple Ridleyandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and small purple flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ridleyandra atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ridleyandra atropurpurea has small, yellow flowers with 5 petals and 10 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ridleyandra atropurpurea is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ridleyandra atropurpurea

Ridleyandra atropurpurea is a species of shrub found in Malaysia.

Ridleyandra atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ridleyandra atropurpurea?

Ridleyandra atropurpurea

What is the common name of Ridleyandra atropurpurea?

Purple Ridleyandra

What is the natural habitat of Ridleyandra atropurpurea?

It is found in tropical rainforests

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,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.