Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
1335794

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rose ex E.Walther) Kimnach

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 89: 17 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348248



Common Names

  • Reidmorania occidentalis
  • Occidentalis Reidmorania
  • Reidmorania


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Description

Reidmorania occidentalis (also called western guayacan, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Reidmorania occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Reidmorania occidentalis has yellow flowers with a white center and a red-purple center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reidmorania occidentalis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.

Where to Find Reidmorania occidentalis

Reidmorania occidentalis is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Reidmorania occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reidmorania occidentalis?

Reidmorania occidentalis

What is the common name of Reidmorania occidentalis?

Occidentalis

What is the natural habitat of Reidmorania occidentalis?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Species in the Reidmorania genus

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Myron William Kimnach (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimnach' in the authors string.
Eric Walther (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Walther' in the authors string.