Status:
valid
Authors:
R.D.Stone
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72(1): 71 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315504
Common Names
- Lijndenia acuminata
- Acuminate Lijndenia
- Pointed Lijndenia
Description
Lijndenia acuminata (also called Acuminate lijndenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist forests. It has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lijndenia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lijndenia acuminata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have large, heart-shaped leaves that are dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lijndenia acuminata is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.
Where to Find Lijndenia acuminata
Lijndenia acuminata is native to Madagascar.
Lijndenia acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lijndenia acuminata?
Lijndenia acuminata
What type of plant is Lijndenia acuminata?
It is a shrub
Where is Lijndenia acuminata found?
It is found in Madagascar
Species in the Lijndenia genus
Lijndenia laurina,
Lijndenia capitellata,
Lijndenia gardneri,
Lijndenia barteri,
Lijndenia ramiflora,
Lijndenia brenanii,
Lijndenia melastomoides,
Lijndenia danguyana,
Lijndenia roborea,
Lijndenia terminalis,
Lijndenia procteri,
Lijndenia acuminata,
Lijndenia darainensis,
Lijndenia densiflora,
Lijndenia meeusei,
Lijndenia udzungwarum,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,