Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
josephiana
ID:
298019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Manilal & C.S.Kumar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 92: 293 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297351



Common Names

  • Robiquetia hansenii
  • Robiquetia josephiana
  • Robiquetia kusaiensis


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Description

Robiquetia josephiana (also called 'Joseph's 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 josephiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Robiquetia josephiana has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Robiquetia josephiana are small and black. Seedlings: Robiquetia josephiana seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Robiquetia josephiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Robiquetia josephiana

Robiquetia josephiana is native to Southeast Asia

Robiquetia josephiana FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Robiquetia josephiana?

The optimal soil pH for Robiquetia josephiana is 6.0-7.0.

What is the optimal light exposure for Robiquetia josephiana?

The optimal light exposure for Robiquetia josephiana is partial shade.

What is the optimal temperature range for Robiquetia josephiana?

The optimal temperature range for Robiquetia josephiana is 10-25°C.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179161: Based on the initial data import
K. S. Manilal (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manilal' in the authors string.
C.Sathish Kumar (1957-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Kumar' in the authors string.