Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.A.Lawson) Ding Hou
Source:
ksu
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 32 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358987
Common Names
- Cuming's Loeseneriella
- Loeseneriella cumingii
- Cuming's False Daisy
Synonyms
- Hippocratea cumingii M.A.Lawson [unknown]
- Hippocratea ding-houi Chakrab. & M.Gangop. [unknown]
- Hippocratea trichopetala Merr. [unknown]
Description
Loeseneriella cumingii (also called Cuming's 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 cumingii 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 cumingii 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 cumingii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady forests. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be protected from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Loeseneriella cumingii
Loeseneriella cumingii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Loeseneriella cumingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella cumingii?
Loeseneriella cumingii
What is the common name of Loeseneriella cumingii?
Cuming's false buttonweed
What is the natural habitat of Loeseneriella cumingii?
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,
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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,