Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lojaensis
ID:
911992

Status:
valid

Authors:
Secco

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 511 (2008 publ. 2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911327



Common Names

  • Lojaensis Alchornea
  • Lojaensis Alchornea
  • Lojaensis Alchornea


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Description

Alchornea lojaensis (also called Loja Alchornea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in rainforest and woodland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alchornea lojaensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alchornea lojaensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alchornea lojaensis is a perennial shrub native to Ecuador. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun, and is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates. Propagation is usually done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil, and should be lightly covered with soil. Germination usually takes place within two to three weeks.

Where to Find Alchornea lojaensis

Alchornea lojaensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Ecuador.

Alchornea lojaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alchornea lojaensis?

Alchornea lojaensis

What is the natural habitat of Alchornea lojaensis?

Alchornea lojaensis is native to Ecuador

What are the uses of Alchornea lojaensis?

Alchornea lojaensis is used as an ornamental plant

Species in the Alchornea genus

Alchornea brittonii, Alchornea websteri, Alchornea lojaensis, Alchornea acroneura, Alchornea acutifolia, Alchornea alnifolia, Alchornea anamariae, Alchornea androgyna, Alchornea annamica, Alchornea aquifolia, Alchornea bogotensis, Alchornea castaneifolia, Alchornea chiapasana, Alchornea coelophylla, Alchornea cordifolia, Alchornea costaricensis, Alchornea davidii, Alchornea discolor, Alchornea floribunda, Alchornea fluviatilis, Alchornea glabra, Alchornea glandulosa, Alchornea grandiflora, Alchornea grandis, Alchornea guatemalensis, Alchornea hilariana, Alchornea hirtella, Alchornea humbertii, Alchornea hunanensis, Alchornea ilicifolia, Alchornea integrifolia, Alchornea latifolia, Alchornea laxiflora, Alchornea liukiuensis, Alchornea megalophylla, Alchornea mildbraedii, Alchornea mollis, Alchornea occidentalis, Alchornea parviflora, Alchornea pearcei, Alchornea perrieri, Alchornea rhodophylla, Alchornea rugosa, Alchornea scandens, Alchornea sicca, Alchornea sidifolia, Alchornea tachirensis, Alchornea tiliifolia, Alchornea trewioides, Alchornea triplinervia,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References