Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
reitzii
ID:
1306425

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moldenke) Thode & O'Leary

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 815 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318879



Common Names

  • Recordia reitzii
  • Reitz's Recordia
  • Reitz's Climbing Plant


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Description

Recordia reitzii (also called Reitz's Recordia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a woody stem. It is native to Brazil, and is found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Recordia reitzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Recordia reitzii has small, white flowers with yellow-green lips. Its seeds are small and round with a black or brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Recordia reitzii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a potting mix that is moist and well-draining.

Where to Find Recordia reitzii

Recordia reitzii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Recordia reitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Recordia reitzii?

Recordia reitzii

What is the common name of Recordia reitzii?

Reitz's Recordia

What is the natural habitat of Recordia reitzii?

It is native to Brazil and can be found in dry forests and savannas

Species in the Recordia genus

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
(Hans) Justus Thode (1859-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thode' in the authors string.
Martin C. O'Leary: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Leary' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77136109-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].