Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bicornaria
ID:
299639

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brasílica 10(12; 7): 52 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298971



Common Names

  • Rudolfiella Bicornaria
  • Twinhorn Ruellia
  • Twinhorn Wild Petunia


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Synonyms

  • Lindleyella bicornaria Schltr. [unknown]
  • Schlechterella bicornaria (Rchb.f.) Hoehne [unknown]
  • Bifrenaria bicornaria Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Rudolfiella bicornaria (also called Myrcia bicornaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and its leaves are opposite, simple, and ovate. It grows in wet forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Rudolfiella bicornaria is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rudolfiella bicornaria has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudolfiella bicornaria is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Rudolfiella bicornaria

Rudolfiella bicornaria is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Rudolfiella bicornaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudolfiella bicornaria?

Rudolfiella bicornaria

What is the common name of Rudolfiella bicornaria?

Two-horned Rudolfiella

What is the natural habitat of Rudolfiella bicornaria?

Tropical rainforests

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-180731: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.