Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dictyocarpa
ID:
745268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Webb) Verdc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Malv.: 79 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744601



Common Names

  • Dictyocarpa Roifia
  • Roifia Dictyocarpa
  • Roifia of Dictyocarp


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Synonyms

  • Fioria dictyocarpa (Webb) Mattei [unknown]
  • Fioria pavonioides (Fiori) Mattei [unknown]
  • Hibiscus dictyocarpus Webb [unknown]
  • Hibiscus pavonioides Fiori [unknown]

Description

Roifia dictyocarpa (also called Dotted Roifia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Roifia dictyocarpa is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Roifia dictyocarpa flower is yellow and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Roifia dictyocarpa is a shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or layering. It prefers partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Roifia dictyocarpa

Roifia dictyocarpa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Roifia dictyocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Roifia dictyocarpa?

Roifia dictyocarpa

What is the common name of Roifia dictyocarpa?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Roifia dictyocarpa?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Roifia genus

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

Philip Barker Webb (1793-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Webb' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.