Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
rosea
ID:
1230577

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. & Zucc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Flora 8: 30 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001229915





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Description

Kielmeyera rosea (also called Rose Kielmeyera, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and can reach up to 10 m in height. Its leaves are glossy, dark green, and pinnate. This plant is found in humid forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Kielmeyera rosea is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kielmeyera rosea has white flowers, and small, round, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kielmeyera rosea is a species of flowering plant in the family Clusiaceae. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist, sterile medium. The cuttings should be kept at a temperature of 18-21°C.

Where to Find Kielmeyera rosea

Kielmeyera rosea is found in South America, particularly in Brazil and Bolivia.

Kielmeyera rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kielmeyera rosea?

Kielmeyera rosea

What is the natural habitat of Kielmeyera rosea?

It is native to Brazil and grows in moist, shady areas.

What are the characteristics of Kielmeyera rosea?

It is an evergreen shrub or small tree with ovate leaves and white flowers.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50061015: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.