Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubicunda
ID:
1305879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pohl ex Benth.) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 12 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318333



Common Names

  • Rubicunda Cantinoa
  • Rubicunda Cantinoa Plant
  • Rubicunda Cantinoa Flower


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Description

Cantinoa rubicunda (also called Ruby-red cantinoa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Brazil, and is found in the Atlantic Forest vegetation of the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cantinoa rubicunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its fragrant flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cantinoa rubicunda is a small, purple, star-shaped flower that grows in clusters on a short stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green, and cylindrical.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cantinoa rubicunda is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to prune the plant after flowering to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Cantinoa rubicunda

Cantinoa rubicunda can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Cantinoa rubicunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cantinoa rubicunda?

Cantinoa rubicunda

What is the family of Cantinoa rubicunda?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Cantinoa rubicunda?

Rubicunda Cantinoa

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Baptist Emanuel Pohl (1782-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pohl' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.