Status:
valid
Authors:
Saddi
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 42: 225 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279177
Common Names
- Kielmeyera lathrophyton
- Lathrophyton Kielmeyera
- Kielmeyera Lathrophyton
Uses & Benefits
Kielmeyera lathrophyton is used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as an astringent and to treat skin infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Kielmeyera lathrophyton are white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kielmeyera lathrophyton is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 6-15 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Kielmeyera lathrophyton
Kielmeyera lathrophyton can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.
Kielmeyera lathrophyton FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kielmeyera lathrophyton?
Kielmeyera lathrophyton
What is the common name of Kielmeyera lathrophyton?
Lathrophyton Kielmeyera
What is the natural habitat of Kielmeyera lathrophyton?
Tropical forests
Species in the Kielmeyera genus
Kielmeyera coriacea,
Kielmeyera anisosepala,
Kielmeyera bifaria,
Kielmeyera altissima,
Kielmeyera marauensis,
Kielmeyera obtecta,
Kielmeyera occhioniana,
Kielmeyera paniculata,
Kielmeyera decipiens,
Kielmeyera divergens,
Kielmeyera elata,
Kielmeyera falcata,
Kielmeyera grandiflora,
Kielmeyera insignis,
Kielmeyera itacarensis,
Kielmeyera juruenensis,
Kielmeyera trichophora,
Kielmeyera similis,
Kielmeyera regalis,
Kielmeyera reticulata,
Kielmeyera rufotomentosa,
Kielmeyera rupestris,
Kielmeyera sigillata,
Kielmeyera rizziniana,
Kielmeyera rosea,
Kielmeyera petiolaris,
Kielmeyera speciosa,
Kielmeyera excelsa,
Kielmeyera corymbosa,
Kielmeyera neglecta,
Kielmeyera petiolaris,
Kielmeyera variabilis,
Kielmeyera tomentosa,
Kielmeyera abdita,
Kielmeyera appariciana,
Kielmeyera cuspidata,
Kielmeyera lathrophyton,
Kielmeyera pulcherrima,
Kielmeyera pumila,
Kielmeyera argentea,
Kielmeyera humifusa,
Kielmeyera membranacea,
Kielmeyera neriifolia,
Kielmeyera rubriflora,
Kielmeyera gracilis,
Kielmeyera rugosa,
Kielmeyera peruviana,
Kielmeyera albopunctata,
Kielmeyera ferruginosa,
Kielmeyera aureovinosa,
Species in the Calophyllaceae family
Calophyllum acidus,
Calophyllum acutiputamen,
Calophyllum aerarium,
Calophyllum alboramulum,
Calophyllum amblyphyllum,
Calophyllum andersonii,
Calophyllum angulare,
Calophyllum apetalum,
Calophyllum archipelagi,
Calophyllum ardens,
Calophyllum articulatum,
Calophyllum aurantiacum,
Calophyllum aureobrunnescens,
Calophyllum aureum,
Calophyllum austroindicum,
Calophyllum balansae,
Calophyllum banyengii,
Calophyllum bicolor,
Calophyllum biflorum,
Calophyllum bifurcatum,
Calophyllum blancoi,
Calophyllum brachyphyllum,
Calophyllum bracteatum,
Calophyllum brasiliense,
Calophyllum brassii,
Calophyllum calaba,
Calophyllum calcicola,
Calophyllum caledonicum,
Calophyllum canum,
Calophyllum carrii,
Calophyllum castaneum,
Calophyllum caudatum,
Calophyllum celebicum,
Calophyllum cerasiferum,
Calophyllum ceriferum,
Calophyllum chapelieri,
Calophyllum clemensiorum,
Calophyllum collinum,
Calophyllum comorense,
Calophyllum complanatum,
Calophyllum confertum,
Calophyllum confusum,
Calophyllum cordato-oblongum,
Calophyllum coriaceum,
Calophyllum costatum,
Calophyllum costulatum,
Calophyllum cucullatum,
Calophyllum cuneifolium,
Calophyllum dasypodium,
Calophyllum depressinervosum,