Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yersinii
ID:
464876

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev. ex Tardieu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 10: 237 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464208



Common Names

  • Reevesia Yersinii
  • Yersin's Reevesia
  • Yersin's Russelia


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Description

Reevesia yersinii (also called Yersin's Reevesia, among many other common names) is a shrub of the family Rubiaceae. It has white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Reevesia yersinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It has a high tolerance for wet conditions and can be used to control erosion in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reevesia yersinii has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reevesia yersinii is a perennial plant native to wetland areas in South America. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers moist, acidic soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.

Where to Find Reevesia yersinii

Reevesia yersinii can be found in the tropical and subtropical wetlands of Southeast Asia.

Reevesia yersinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reevesia yersinii?

Reevesia yersinii

What is the common name of Reevesia yersinii?

Yersin's Reevesia

What is the typical growth habit of Reevesia yersinii?

It is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial grass that typically grows to 6-12” tall

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Marie-Laure Tardieu-Blot (1902-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tardieu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:824874-1: Based on the initial data import