Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
dinhensis
ID:
359653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pierre) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 26: 173 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358985

Common Names

  • Dinh's Loeseneriella
  • Loeseneriella dinhensis
  • Dinh's False Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Salacia dinhensis Pierre [unknown]
  • Hippocratea dinhensis Pierre [unknown]

Description

Loeseneriella dinhensis (also called Dinh'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 dinhensis 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 dinhensis is a small, white bloom with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loeseneriella dinhensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-draining soil mix. Divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Loeseneriella dinhensis

Loeseneriella dinhensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Loeseneriella dinhensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella dinhensis?

Loeseneriella dinhensis

What is the common name of Loeseneriella dinhensis?

Dinh's false buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Loeseneriella dinhensis?

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

Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431101-1: Based on the initial data import