Rubia rotundifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
[Soland.]
Source:
wcs
Year:
1794
Citation Micro:
Nat. Hist. Aleppo , ed. 2, 2: 267 (1794)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298603
Common Names
- Rotundifolia Rubia
- Rubia Rotundifolia
- Rotundifolia's Madder
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- Rubia aucheri Boiss. [valid]
Description
Rubia rotundifolia (also called round-leaved madder, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, scrub forests, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rubia rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rubia rotundifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rubia rotundifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the root system. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not overwatered. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Rubia rotundifolia
Rubia rotundifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Rubia rotundifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rubia rotundifolia?
Rubia rotundifolia
What is the family of Rubia rotundifolia?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Rubia rotundifolia?
Round-leaved madder
Species in the Rubia genus
Rubia agostinhoi, Rubia aitchisonii, Rubia alaica, Rubia alata, Rubia albicaulis, Rubia angustisissima, Rubia argyi, Rubia atropurpurea, Rubia balearica, Rubia caramanica, Rubia charifolia, Rubia chinensis, Rubia chitralensis, Rubia clematidifolia, Rubia cordifolia, Rubia crassipes, Rubia cretacea, Rubia davisiana, Rubia deserticola, Rubia discolor, Rubia dolichophylla, Rubia edgeworthii, Rubia falciformis, Rubia filiformis, Rubia florida, Rubia fruticosa, Rubia garrettii, Rubia gedrosiaca, Rubia haematantha, Rubia hexaphylla, Rubia himalayensis, Rubia hispidicaulis, Rubia horrida, Rubia infundibularis, Rubia jesoensis, Rubia komarovii, Rubia krascheninnikovii, Rubia laevissima, Rubia latipetala, Rubia laurae, Rubia laxiflora, Rubia linii, Rubia magna, Rubia mandersii, Rubia manjith, Rubia membranacea, Rubia oncotricha, Rubia oppositifolia, Rubia pallida, Rubia pauciflora,
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,