Robiquetia palawensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palawensis
ID:
298030
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tuyama
Source:
wcs
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 53: 55 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297362
Common Names
- Robiquetia pachyphylla
- Robiquetia palawensis
- Robiquetia pantherina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Robiquetia palawensis (also called 'Palawan 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 palawensis 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 palawensis has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Robiquetia palawensis are small and black. Seedlings: Robiquetia palawensis seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Robiquetia palawensis 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 palawensis
Robiquetia palawensis is native to Southeast Asia
Robiquetia palawensis FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Robiquetia palawensis?
The optimal soil pH for Robiquetia palawensis is 6.0-7.0.
What is the optimal light exposure for Robiquetia palawensis?
The optimal light exposure for Robiquetia palawensis is partial shade.
What is the optimal temperature range for Robiquetia palawensis?
The optimal temperature range for Robiquetia palawensis 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-179171: Based on the initial data import
Takasi Tuyama (1910-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tuyama' in the authors string.