Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
1260106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Véliz & E.Carrillo

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot. 71: 31 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259444



Common Names

  • Guatemalan Honeysuckle
  • Lonicera Guatemalensis
  • Guatemalensis


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Description

Lonicera guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Lonicera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in rocky and grassy areas. It is a shrub with small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lonicera guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonicera guatemalensis has small white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonicera guatemalensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lonicera guatemalensis

Lonicera guatemalensis is native to Guatemala and can be found in the Petén Department.

Lonicera guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonicera guatemalensis?

Lonicera guatemalensis

Where is Lonicera guatemalensis found?

Lonicera guatemalensis is found in Central America.

What type of soil does Lonicera guatemalensis prefer?

Lonicera guatemalensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Lonicera genus

Lonicera javanica, Lonicera japonica, Lonicera kabylica, Lonicera hypoglauca, Lonicera jarmilae, Lonicera iberica, Lonicera implexa, Lonicera iliensis, Lonicera laceana, Lonicera kingdonii, Lonicera korolkowii, Lonicera kurobushiensis, Lonicera glabrata, Lonicera glehnii, Lonicera gracilipes, Lonicera heterotricha, Lonicera helvetica, Lonicera himalayensis, Lonicera griffithii, Lonicera harae, Lonicera heckrottii, Lonicera hellenica, Lonicera nigra, Lonicera myrtilloides, Lonicera nummulariifolia, Lonicera pamirica, Lonicera paradoxa, Lonicera obovata, Lonicera olgae, Lonicera magnibracteata, Lonicera linderifolia, Lonicera macrantha, Lonicera malayana, Lonicera mochidzukiana, Lonicera maximowiczii, Lonicera microphylla, Lonicera bracteolaris, Lonicera buschiorum, Lonicera caerulea, Lonicera americana, Lonicera alpigena, Lonicera affinis, Lonicera biflora, Lonicera aucherii, Lonicera anisotricha, Lonicera arborea, Lonicera annamensis, Lonicera elisae, Lonicera deleiensis, Lonicera demissa,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50191824: Based on the initial data import
Mario Esteban Véliz Pérez (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Véliz' in the authors string.
Ernesto Carrillo (1923-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Carrillo' in the authors string.