Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake ex Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 247 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297830
Common Names
- Rondeletia Mollis
- Mollis Rondeletia
- Rondeletia Soft
Description
Rondeletia mollis (also called Soft Rondeletia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and moist savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rondeletia mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas that can help to improve sleep and reduce stress.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rondeletia mollis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aulacocalyx lujai is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Rondeletia mollis
Rondeletia mollis is found in Mexico.
Rondeletia mollis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondeletia mollis?
Rondeletia mollis
What is the common name of Rondeletia mollis?
Soft Rondeletia
What is the natural habitat of Rondeletia mollis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Rondeletia genus
Rondeletia acunae,
Rondeletia adamsii,
Rondeletia alaternoides,
Rondeletia americana,
Rondeletia amplexicaulis,
Rondeletia anguillensis,
Rondeletia anomala,
Rondeletia apiculata,
Rondeletia areolata,
Rondeletia arida,
Rondeletia aristeguietae,
Rondeletia aurantiaca,
Rondeletia avenia,
Rondeletia azulensis,
Rondeletia baracoensis,
Rondeletia barahonensis,
Rondeletia belizensis,
Rondeletia berteroana,
Rondeletia bicolor,
Rondeletia bissei,
Rondeletia brachyantha,
Rondeletia brachyphylla,
Rondeletia bracteosa,
Rondeletia brauseana,
Rondeletia brigandina,
Rondeletia buxifolia,
Rondeletia cacuminis,
Rondeletia calophylla,
Rondeletia camarioca,
Rondeletia carnea,
Rondeletia chamaebuxifolia,
Rondeletia chinajensis,
Rondeletia christii,
Rondeletia cincta,
Rondeletia clarendonensis,
Rondeletia combsii,
Rondeletia combsioides,
Rondeletia conferta,
Rondeletia convoluta,
Rondeletia coronata,
Rondeletia crassinervis,
Rondeletia cristalensis,
Rondeletia cumanensis,
Rondeletia cymulosa,
Rondeletia daphnoides,
Rondeletia dilatata,
Rondeletia diplocalyx,
Rondeletia disperma,
Rondeletia dolphinensis,
Rondeletia domatiata,
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,