Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Perrier) R.D.Stone
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Candollea 73(2): 258. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315588
Common Names
- Lijndenia Meeusei
- Meeusei
- Lijndenia
Description
Lijndenia meeusei (also called Meeuse's Lijndenia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Madagascar. It is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical forests. It has dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lijndenia meeusei is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for urinary ailments and to treat fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lijndenia meeusei has small white flowers that are fragrant and grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lijndenia meeusei is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Lijndenia meeusei
Lijndenia meeusei can be found in the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.
Lijndenia meeusei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lijndenia meeusei?
Lijndenia meeusei
What is the common name of Lijndenia meeusei?
Meeuse's Lijndenia
What is the native range of Lijndenia meeusei?
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,