Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
seemannii
ID:
445782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 348 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445114



Common Names

  • Luehea seemannii
  • Seemann's Luehea
  • Luehea Seemannii


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Description

Luehea seemannii (also called Seemann's Luehea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It grows in wet soils, along the banks of streams and rivers, and in marshy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Luehea seemannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, clustered in the axils of the upper leaves. Seed: Small, dark brown, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves, with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Luehea seemannii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, but the seeds must be fresh and sown in a moist, well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Luehea seemannii

Luehea seemannii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Luehea seemannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Luehea seemannii?

Luehea seemannii

What is the common name of Luehea seemannii?

Seemann's Luehea

What is the natural habitat of Luehea seemannii?

It is found in wet places, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2496835: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.