Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
511883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:

Citation Micro:
Nov. gen. sp. pl. (5-8):26

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511215



Common Names

  • Racemosa Renealmia
  • Racemosa Renealmia Fir
  • Racemosa Renealmia Abies


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Synonyms

  • Amomum racemosum Ruiz & Pav. [illegitimate]
  • Renealmia micrantha K.Schum. [valid]
  • Renealmia ruiziana Horan. [valid]

Description

Renealmia racemosa (also called White-veined Renealmia, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It prefers moist, humid climates and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Renealmia racemosa is used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Renealmia racemosa has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are short, with a single, upright stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renealmia racemosa is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Renealmia racemosa

Renealmia racemosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Panama.

Renealmia racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia racemosa?

Renealmia racemosa

What is the natural range of Renealmia racemosa?

Central and South America

What is the typical height of Renealmia racemosa?

10-15 m

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

Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000511215: Based on the initial data import