Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
471911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 9: 177 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471243



Common Names

  • Plethadenia cubensis
  • Cuban Plethadenia
  • Plethadenia


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Description

Plethadenia cubensis (also called Cuban Plethadenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Cuba, and is typically found in lowland tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Plethadenia cubensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plethadenia cubensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plethadenia cubensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Plethadenia cubensis

Plethadenia cubensis is native to Cuba and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Plethadenia cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plethadenia cubensis?

Plethadenia cubensis

What are the common names of Plethadenia cubensis?

Cuban Plethadenia, Cuban Plethadenia Tree

What is the natural habitat of Plethadenia cubensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Plethadenia genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,