Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
cumingii
ID:
359655

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

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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.

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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

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,

References

Marmaduke Alexander Lawson (1840-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Lawson' in the authors string.
Ding Hou (1921-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ding Hou' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161719-1: Based on the initial data import