Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
asplundii
ID:
510966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 24:474. (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510298



Common Names

  • Renealmia Asplundii
  • Asplundii Renealmia
  • Asplundii's Renealmia


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Description

Renealmia asplundii (also called Renealmia asplundii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5m tall. It is native to South America and is commonly found in tropical rainforests and moist woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Renealmia asplundii is used for its medicinal properties, as a windbreak, and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Renealmia asplundii is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renealmia asplundii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.6 ft) in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a rooting medium, such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted, which usually takes about 6-8 weeks.

Where to Find Renealmia asplundii

Renealmia asplundii is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Renealmia asplundii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia asplundii?

Renealmia asplundii

What is the common name of Renealmia asplundii?

Asplund's Renealmia

What is the natural habitat of Renealmia asplundii?

Tropical rainforests and moist, shady locations

Species in the Renealmia genus

Renealmia acreana, Renealmia africana, Renealmia alpinia, Renealmia alticola, Renealmia aromatica, Renealmia asplundii, Renealmia aurantifera, Renealmia battenbergiana, Renealmia bracteata, Renealmia breviscapa, Renealmia cabrae, Renealmia caucana, Renealmia cernua, Renealmia chalcochlora, Renealmia chiriquina, Renealmia choroniensis, Renealmia chrysotricha, Renealmia cincinnata, Renealmia concinna, Renealmia congesta, Renealmia congoensis, Renealmia congolana, Renealmia costaricensis, Renealmia cuatrecasasii, Renealmia cylindrica, Renealmia densiflora, Renealmia densispica, Renealmia dermatopetala, Renealmia dolichocalyx, Renealmia dressleri, Renealmia engleri, Renealmia erythrocarpa, Renealmia ferruginea, Renealmia floribunda, Renealmia foliifera, Renealmia fragilis, Renealmia guianensis, Renealmia helenae, Renealmia jamaicensis, Renealmia krukovii, Renealmia ligulata, Renealmia longifolia, Renealmia lucida, Renealmia macrocolea, Renealmia maculata, Renealmia mannii, Renealmia matogrossensis, Renealmia mexicana, Renealmia microcalyx, Renealmia monosperma,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000510298: Based on the initial data import