Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
camerunica
ID:
359654

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loes.) N.Hallé

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 29: 242 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358986



Common Names

  • Cameroon Loeseneriella
  • Loeseneriella camerunica
  • Cameroon False Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Hippocratea camerunica Loes. [unknown]

Description

Loeseneriella camerunica (also called Cameroon 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 camerunica is an ornamental shrub that is often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a groundcover and can be used to control erosion on slopes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loeseneriella camerunica 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 camerunica 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 camerunica

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

Loeseneriella camerunica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella camerunica?

Loeseneriella camerunica

What is the common name of Loeseneriella camerunica?

Cameroon false buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Loeseneriella camerunica?

It is native to Cameroon.

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

Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:943673-1: Based on the initial data import