Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kevediana
ID:
1276703

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.S.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb. 6: 15 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276041



Common Names

  • Kevediana Neorites
  • Kevediana's Neorites
  • Neorites Kevediana


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Description

Neorites kevediana (also called False Lantana, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in wet forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Neorites kevediana is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neorites kevediana is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neorites kevediana is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 2m in height.

Where to Find Neorites kevediana

Neorites kevediana is native to Mexico and can be found in deciduous forests and tropical dry forests at elevations of 500-1,000 meters.

Species in the Neorites genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,