Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
sancti-thomae
ID:
511959

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Turner

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 56:149. (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511291



Common Names

  • Sancti-thomae Renealmia
  • Renealmia sancti-thomae
  • Renealmia


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Synonyms

  • Alpinia africana Ridl. [valid]
  • Renealmia grandiflora Baker [illegitimate]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Renealmia sancti-thomae is used for timber production, as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and for the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Renealmia sancti-thomae has a small, white flower and a small, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Renealmia sancti-thomae: Renealmia sancti-thomae is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be kept moist until germination, which usually takes place within a few weeks. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Renealmia sancti-thomae

Renealmia sancti-thomae is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations between 1,000 and 3,000 meters.

Renealmia sancti-thomae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia sancti-thomae?

Renealmia sancti-thomae

What is the common name of Renealmia sancti-thomae?

Saint Thomas' Ginger

What is the natural habitat of Renealmia sancti-thomae?

Tropical forests of Central America

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

Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000511291: Based on the initial data import