Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
erythrocarpa
ID:
511233

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Wash. Acad. Sci. 17:248. (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510565



Common Names

  • Erythrocarpa Renealmia
  • Renealmia
  • Renealmia Erythrocarpa


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Synonyms

  • Renealmia molinae Standl. & L.O.Williams [valid]

Description

Renealmia erythrocarpa (also called Red-Fruited Renealmia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central America. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white, tubular flowers. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Renealmia erythrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Renealmia erythrocarpa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renealmia erythrocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy green leaves and produces bright, blue flowers in summer. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly until they have rooted. The plants can then be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Renealmia erythrocarpa

Renealmia erythrocarpa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Renealmia erythrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia erythrocarpa?

Renealmia erythrocarpa

What is the common name of Renealmia erythrocarpa?

Red Fruit Reedstem

What is the natural habitat of Renealmia erythrocarpa?

It is native to Central and South America and grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical forests.

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,

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