Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armata
ID:
294985

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 387 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000294317



Common Names

  • Randia armata
  • Armata
  • Armata Indian-berry


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Synonyms

  • Solena armata (Sw.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Gardenia armata Sw. [valid]
  • Randia armata armata [unknown]

Description

Randia armata (also called Armed Indigo Berry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and a small, round, white berry. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Randia armata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The wood of this plant is used for furniture, construction, and fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Randia armata sub. armata
Randia armata sub. panamensis (Standl.) Lorence

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Randia armata are white and fragrant, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Randia armata is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow-growing and can take up to five years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Randia armata

Randia armata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Randia armata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Randia armata?

Randia armata

What is the common name of Randia armata?

Spiny Randia

What is the natural habitat of Randia armata?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Randia genus

Randia aculeata, Randia acunae, Randia altiscandens, Randia amazonasensis, Randia aristeguietae, Randia armata, Randia asperifolia, Randia boliviana, Randia brenesii, Randia brevipes, Randia calycina, Randia calycosa, Randia canescens, Randia capitata, Randia carlosiana, Randia chiapensis, Randia ciliolata, Randia cinerea, Randia cookii, Randia costata, Randia cubana, Randia dioica, Randia echinocarpa, Randia erythrocarpa, Randia ferox, Randia genipifolia, Randia genipoides, Randia gentryi, Randia grandifolia, Randia grayumii, Randia guerrerensis, Randia hebecarpa, Randia hidalgensis, Randia hondensis, Randia induta, Randia laetevirens, Randia laevigata, Randia lasiantha, Randia longifolia, Randia longiloba, Randia lonicerioides, Randia malacocarpa, Randia martinicensis, Randia matudae, Randia mayana, Randia micracantha, Randia mira, Randia mollifolia, Randia monantha, Randia nelsonii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-176164: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.