Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
urbaniana
ID:
512142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10:63. (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511474



Common Names

  • Urban's Renealmia
  • Renealmia urbaniana


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Synonyms

  • Renealmia regnelliana Loes. [valid]

Description

Renealmia urbaniana (also called Urban's renealmia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It has a rounded shape with a dense canopy and long, drooping branches. It grows in moist, warm climates in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Renealmia urbaniana are white and fragrant, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are slender and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renealmia urbaniana is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Renealmia urbaniana

Renealmia urbaniana can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Renealmia urbaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia urbaniana?

Renealmia urbaniana

What is the common name of Renealmia urbaniana?

Not available

What is the natural habitat of Renealmia urbaniana?

Tropical rainforest

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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