Information about plants & gardens for Brisbane & Qld

Rondeletia

Rondeletia and Arachnothryx species, hybrids and cultivars

Family: Rubiaceae

Rondeletia is a genus of shrubs that isn't seen as often in Queensland gardens as they perhaps could be.

Rondeletia amoena is probably the most common, particularly in older gardens. It's pretty but tough.

There are other species in this genus which may also be useful. R. odorata and R. leucophylla (now classified as Arachnothryx leucophylla) may sometimes been seen for sale in garden centres.

Look for Rondeletia and Arachnothryx leucophylla in regular garden centres. As rather old-fashioned shrubs, you might have to hunt around if you want to buy them. Alternatively, try propagating from cuttings if you can obtain them from someone already growing these shrubs.

Get Results Gardening is a weekly email publication for Australian gardeners, especially those in the tropical, subtropical and warm temperate parts of the country. Rondeletia amoena was covered in more detail in the 27-01-2023 edition and Arachnothryx leucophylla in the 01-04-2022 edition. If you request a free trial (see calyx.com.au/getresultsgardening.html for instructions) you can ask for a copy of either of these in your email message if you want to read those articles (Australian residents only, please).

Rondeletia in the Landscape

These pictures are intended to help you identify these plants and give you an idea of their grwth habit, size and suitable positions in the gardens. Click for larger images.