Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
picta
ID:
299643

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brasílica 10(12; 7): 51 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298975



Common Names

  • Rudolfiella Picta
  • Painted Ruellia
  • Painted Wild Petunia


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Synonyms

  • Lindleyella picta Schltr. [unknown]
  • Schlechterella picta (Schltr.) Hoehne [unknown]
  • Bifrenaria picta (Schltr.) C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Rudolfiella picta (also called Myrcia picta, 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 picta 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

Flower of Rudolfiella picta is white, with a yellow center and five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rudolfiella picta 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 picta

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

Rudolfiella picta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudolfiella picta?

Rudolfiella picta

What is the common name of Rudolfiella picta?

Painted Rudolfiella

What is the natural habitat of Rudolfiella picta?

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-180735: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.