Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
clematoides
ID:
359656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loes.) R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge 9: 150 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358988



Common Names

  • Clematoides Loeseneriella
  • Loeseneriella clematoides
  • Clematoides False Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Hippocratea clematoidea Loes. ex De Wild. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea clematoides Loes. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea venulosa Hutch. & M.B.Moss [unknown]

Description

Loeseneriella clematoides (also called Clematis-like 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 clematoides 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 clematoides 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 clematoides is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Loeseneriella clematoides

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

Loeseneriella clematoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella clematoides?

Loeseneriella clematoides

What is the common name of Loeseneriella clematoides?

Clematoides false buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Loeseneriella clematoides?

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

Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:431098-1: Based on the initial data import