Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pellegr.) Staner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 16: 204 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443846
Common Names
- Leplaea mayombensis
- Mayombensis Leplaea
- Leplaea Mayombensis
Synonyms
- Guarea mayombensis Pellegr. [unknown]
- Guarea mayombensis coalescens (Verm.) Pellegr. [unknown]
- Leplaea coalescens Vermoesen [unknown]
Description
Leplaea mayombensis (also called Mayombe Leplaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leplaea mayombensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leplaea mayombensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leplaea mayombensis is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Leplaea mayombensis
Leplaea mayombensis can be found in tropical Africa.
Leplaea mayombensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leplaea mayombensis?
Leplaea mayombensis
What type of plant is Leplaea mayombensis?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Leplaea mayombensis grow?
Central Africa
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