Status:
valid
Authors:
Perk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 101: 21 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443821
Common Names
- Levieria beccariana
- Beccarian's levieria
- Levieria
Synonyms
- Levieria forbesii Perkins [unknown]
Description
Levieria beccariana (also called Beccarian Levieria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Levieria beccariana is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Levieria beccariana 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
Levieria beccariana 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 Levieria beccariana
Levieria beccariana can be found in the Mediterranean.
Levieria beccariana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Levieria beccariana?
Levieria beccariana
What is the common name of Levieria beccariana?
Beccarian's levieria
Where is Levieria beccariana found?
Levieria beccariana is found in South America
Species in the Levieria genus
Species in the Monimiaceae family
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Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,