Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 26: 414 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443872
Common Names
- Limaciopsis loangensis
- Loangensis Limaciopsis
- Limaciopsis Loangensis
Description
Limaciopsis loangensis (also called Loango Limaciopsis, 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
Limaciopsis loangensis is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Limaciopsis loangensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Limaciopsis loangensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Limaciopsis loangensis
Limaciopsis loangensis can be found in tropical Africa.
Limaciopsis loangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Limaciopsis loangensis?
Limaciopsis loangensis
Where does Limaciopsis loangensis grow?
Limaciopsis loangensis grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
What is the common name of Limaciopsis loangensis?
Limaciopsis loangensis is commonly known as the Loango Limaciopsis.
Species in the Limaciopsis genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,