Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 983 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297335
Common Names
- Compressa Robiquetia
- Compressa Robiquetia Plant
- Compressa Robiquetia Tree
Synonyms
- Robiquetia ramosii Ames [unknown]
- Saccolabium compressum Lindl. [unknown]
- Gastrochilus compressus Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Robiquetia compressa (also called 'Compressed Coralberry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall, with white flowers and bright red fruits. It is native to South-East Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Robiquetia compressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Robiquetia compressa has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Robiquetia compressa are small and black. Seedlings: Robiquetia compressa seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Robiquetia compressa is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of stems and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be planted in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Robiquetia compressa
Robiquetia compressa is native to Southeast Asia
Robiquetia compressa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Robiquetia compressa?
Robiquetia compressa
What type of plant is Robiquetia compressa?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Robiquetia compressa native to?
China
Species in the Robiquetia genus
Robiquetia amboinensis,
Robiquetia anceps,
Robiquetia angustifolia,
Robiquetia ascendens,
Robiquetia bertholdii,
Robiquetia bicruris,
Robiquetia brevifolia,
Robiquetia camptocentrum,
Robiquetia cerina,
Robiquetia compressa,
Robiquetia crassa,
Robiquetia crockerensis,
Robiquetia dentifera,
Robiquetia discolor,
Robiquetia flexa,
Robiquetia gracilis,
Robiquetia gracilistipes,
Robiquetia hamata,
Robiquetia hansenii,
Robiquetia josephiana,
Robiquetia kusaiensis,
Robiquetia longipedunculata,
Robiquetia lutea,
Robiquetia minahassae,
Robiquetia pachyphylla,
Robiquetia palawensis,
Robiquetia pantherina,
Robiquetia pinosukensis,
Robiquetia rosea,
Robiquetia spathulata,
Robiquetia succisa,
Robiquetia transversisaccata,
Robiquetia trukensis,
Robiquetia vanoverberghii,
Robiquetia viridirosea,
Robiquetia wassellii,
Robiquetia woodfordii,
Robiquetia vaupelii,
Robiquetia brassii,
Robiquetia tongaensis,
Robiquetia adelineana,
Robiquetia millariae,
Robiquetia virescens,
Robiquetia enigma,
Robiquetia tomaniensis,
Robiquetia aberrans,
Robiquetia andamanica,
Robiquetia arunachalensis,
Robiquetia batakensis,
Robiquetia bifidus,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,