Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baracoensis
ID:
464904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 22: 304 (1976 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464236



Common Names

  • Ravenia baracoensis
  • Baracoa Ravenia
  • Baracoa Wiregrass
  • Baracoa Rush


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Description

Ravenia baracoensis (also called Baracoa Ravenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Cuba and Hispaniola. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams, where it grows in dense clumps.

Uses & Benefits

Ravenia baracoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It has a high tolerance for wet conditions and can be used to control erosion in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ravenia baracoensis has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ravenia baracoensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Ravenia baracoensis is a low-maintenance plant.

Where to Find Ravenia baracoensis

Ravenia baracoensis can be found in the Caribbean region, Central America, and South America.

Ravenia baracoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ravenia baracoensis?

Ravenia baracoensis

What is the common name of Ravenia baracoensis?

Baracoa Ravenia

What is the typical growth habit of Ravenia baracoensis?

It is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial grass that typically grows to 6-12” tall

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,

References

Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775004-1: Based on the initial data import