Status:
valid
Authors:
(Engl.) Kallunki
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 324 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243914
Common Names
- Rauia nodosa
- Knotted Rauia
- Nodose Rauia
Description
Rauia nodosa (also called Nodding Rauia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Rubiaceae family. It has yellowish-green stems, and its flowers are yellowish-white. It is native to California, and it is found in grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rauia nodosa is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of dye, and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rauia nodosa has white flowers with five petals and a calyx of five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rauia nodosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Once established, Rauia nodosa should be fertilized regularly and kept in a sunny location.
Where to Find Rauia nodosa
Rauia nodosa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Rauia nodosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rauia nodosa?
Rauia nodosa
What is the common name of Rauia nodosa?
Nodding Rauia
Where is Rauia nodosa found?
Rauia nodosa is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar
Species in the Rauia 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,