Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brassicifolia
ID:
1278873

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen

Source:
tro

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Meded. Bot. Mus. Herb. Rijks Univ. Utrecht 107: 133 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278211

Common Names

  • Rhyncholacis brassicifolia
  • Cabbage-leaf Rhyncholacis
  • Cabbage-leaf Plant

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Description

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia (also called 'Mustard-leaved Rhyncholacis', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers humid, tropical climates and can be found in rainforests, woodlands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhyncholacis brassicifolia are small, white, and clustered in dense spikes. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are small, with lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy green leaves. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Rhyncholacis brassicifolia

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhyncholacis brassicifolia?

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia

What are the common names of Rhyncholacis brassicifolia?

Brassicifolia Rhyncholacis, Mustard-Leaved Rhyncholacis

What type of plant is Rhyncholacis brassicifolia?

Rhyncholacis brassicifolia is a species of shrub in the Rubiaceae family

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

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