Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
virescens
ID:
915050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod & S.S.Fernando

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 18: 22 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914385



Common Names

  • Robiquetia virescens
  • Virescent Robiquetia
  • Virescent Orchid


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Description

Robiquetia virescens (also called Green Robiquetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Robiquetia virescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source, as the leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Robiquetia virescens has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Robiquetia virescens is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It needs regular watering and fertilizing to maintain its health. Pruning is also recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Robiquetia virescens

Robiquetia virescens is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the island.

Robiquetia virescens FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Robiquetia virescens?

Robiquetia virescens prefers temperatures between 18-22°C (65-72°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Robiquetia virescens?

Robiquetia virescens prefers a humidity level of around 50-60%

What is the ideal light level for Robiquetia virescens?

Robiquetia virescens prefers bright, indirect light

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-459356: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
Samantha Suranjan Fernando: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Fernando' in the authors string.