Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Presl
Source:
tro
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. : 155 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280549
Common Names
- Rosea Lumnitzera
- Rosea
- Lumnitzera
Description
Lumnitzera rosea (also called Lumnitzera littorea, Lumnitzera littorea and Lumnitzera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests and prefers a humid environment.
Uses & Benefits
Lumnitzera rosea is a species of flowering plant in the family Combretaceae. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lumnitzera rosea has pink flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lumnitzera rosea is a tropical mangrove species that can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted into larger containers when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Lumnitzera rosea
Lumnitzera rosea is native to Southeast Asia.
Lumnitzera rosea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lumnitzera rosea?
Lumnitzera rosea
What is the common name of Lumnitzera rosea?
Rose Lumnitzera
What is the habitat of Lumnitzera rosea?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Lumnitzera genus
Species in the Combretaceae family
Combretum wilksii,
Combretum paraguariense,
Combretum aculeatum,
Combretum acuminatum,
Combretum acutifolium,
Combretum acutum,
Combretum adenogonium,
Combretum adrianii,
Combretum afzelii,
Combretum albiflorum,
Combretum albopunctatum,
Combretum alfredi,
Combretum andongense,
Combretum andradae,
Combretum angolense,
Combretum angustipetalum,
Combretum apetalum,
Combretum aphanopetalum,
Combretum apiculatum,
Combretum argenteum,
Combretum argyrotrichum,
Combretum assimile,
Combretum atropurpureum,
Combretum aureonitens,
Combretum auriculatum,
Combretum barbatum,
Combretum batesii,
Combretum bauchiense,
Combretum baumii,
Combretum bipindense,
Combretum blepharopetala,
Combretum boinensis,
Combretum bracteatum,
Combretum bracteosum,
Combretum brassiciforme,
Combretum brevistylum,
Combretum brunneum,
Combretum butyrosum,
Combretum cacoucia,
Combretum caffrum,
Combretum camporum,
Combretum capitatum,
Combretum capituliflorum,
Combretum capuronii,
Combretum carringtonianum,
Combretum caudatisepalum,
Combretum celastroides,
Combretum chinense,
Combretum chionanthoides,
Combretum cinereopetalum,