Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
163180

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Hansen

Source:
ipni

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 6(2): 150 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162509



Common Names

  • Vietsenia laxiflora
  • Laxiflora Vietsenia
  • Vietsenia Laxiflora


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Description

Vietsenia laxiflora (also called Loose-flowered Vietsenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vietsenia laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vietsenia laxiflora is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vietsenia laxiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Vietsenia laxiflora

Vietsenia laxiflora is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It grows in moist deciduous forests, often near streams and rivers.

Vietsenia laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vietsenia laxiflora?

Vietsenia laxiflora

What is the common name of Vietsenia laxiflora?

Laxiflora Vietsenia

What is the habitat of Vietsenia laxiflora?

It is found in the moist deciduous forests of India and Sri Lanka.

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,

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