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
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.
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 Ridleyandra genus
Ridleyandra corneri,
Ridleyandra atrocyanea,
Ridleyandra atropurpurea,
Ridleyandra flammea,
Ridleyandra ornata,
Ridleyandra latisepala,
Ridleyandra longisepala,
Ridleyandra synaptica,
Ridleyandra natunae,
Ridleyandra petiolata,
Ridleyandra porphyrantha,
Ridleyandra quercifolia,
Ridleyandra rufa,
Ridleyandra serratifolia,
Ridleyandra morganii,
Ridleyandra castaneifolia,
Ridleyandra tenella,
Ridleyandra stellata,
Ridleyandra violacea,
Ridleyandra wrayi,
Ridleyandra glabrescens,
Ridleyandra kerrii,
Ridleyandra kiewii,
Ridleyandra kelantanensis,
Ridleyandra merohmerea,
Ridleyandra padangensis,
Ridleyandra iminii,
Ridleyandra chuana,
Ridleyandra bintangensis,
Ridleyandra nuangensis,
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,