Status:
valid
Authors:
(Loes.) R.Wilczek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge 9: 150 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358988
Common Names
- Clematoides Loeseneriella
- Loeseneriella clematoides
- Clematoides False Daisy
Synonyms
- Hippocratea clematoidea Loes. ex De Wild. [unknown]
- Hippocratea clematoides Loes. [unknown]
- Hippocratea venulosa Hutch. & M.B.Moss [unknown]
Description
Loeseneriella clematoides (also called Clematis-like loeseneriella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and along roadsides. It is a small shrub with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Loeseneriella clematoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is tolerant of shade. It is also used to control erosion on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Loeseneriella clematoides is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Loeseneriella clematoides is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Loeseneriella clematoides
Loeseneriella clematoides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Loeseneriella clematoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella clematoides?
Loeseneriella clematoides
What is the common name of Loeseneriella clematoides?
Clematoides false buttonweed
What is the natural habitat of Loeseneriella clematoides?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Loeseneriella genus
Loeseneriella andamanica,
Loeseneriella ectypopetala,
Loeseneriella nicobarica,
Loeseneriella chesseana,
Loeseneriella barbata,
Loeseneriella dinhensis,
Loeseneriella camerunica,
Loeseneriella cumingii,
Loeseneriella clematoides,
Loeseneriella crenata,
Loeseneriella sogerensis,
Loeseneriella parkinsonii,
Loeseneriella pauciflora,
Loeseneriella serrata,
Loeseneriella apiculata,
Loeseneriella africana,
Loeseneriella apocynoides,
Loeseneriella yaundina,
Loeseneriella macrantha,
Loeseneriella rubiginosa,
Loeseneriella urceolus,
Loeseneriella iotricha,
Loeseneriella rowlandii,
Loeseneriella clematoides,
Loeseneriella concinna,
Loeseneriella merrilliana,
Loeseneriella yunnanensis,
Loeseneriella griseoramula,
Loeseneriella lenticellata,
Loeseneriella bourdillonii,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,