Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
congoensis
ID:
511100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 49:30. (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510432



Common Names

  • Renealmia Congoensis
  • Congoensis Renealmia
  • Congoensis's Renealmia


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Description

Renealmia congoensis (also called Renealmia congoensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Congo. It has dark green foliage and small white flowers. It is found in dry woodland, scrubland, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Renealmia congoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Renealmia congoensis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renealmia congoensis is a perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Renealmia congoensis

Renealmia congoensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central Africa.

Renealmia congoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia congoensis?

Renealmia congoensis

What is the family of Renealmia congoensis?

Zingiberaceae

What is the common name of Renealmia congoensis?

Congo Ginger

Species in the Renealmia genus

Renealmia acreana, Renealmia africana, Renealmia alpinia, Renealmia alticola, Renealmia aromatica, Renealmia asplundii, Renealmia aurantifera, Renealmia battenbergiana, Renealmia bracteata, Renealmia breviscapa, Renealmia cabrae, Renealmia caucana, Renealmia cernua, Renealmia chalcochlora, Renealmia chiriquina, Renealmia choroniensis, Renealmia chrysotricha, Renealmia cincinnata, Renealmia concinna, Renealmia congesta, Renealmia congoensis, Renealmia congolana, Renealmia costaricensis, Renealmia cuatrecasasii, Renealmia cylindrica, Renealmia densiflora, Renealmia densispica, Renealmia dermatopetala, Renealmia dolichocalyx, Renealmia dressleri, Renealmia engleri, Renealmia erythrocarpa, Renealmia ferruginea, Renealmia floribunda, Renealmia foliifera, Renealmia fragilis, Renealmia guianensis, Renealmia helenae, Renealmia jamaicensis, Renealmia krukovii, Renealmia ligulata, Renealmia longifolia, Renealmia lucida, Renealmia macrocolea, Renealmia maculata, Renealmia mannii, Renealmia matogrossensis, Renealmia mexicana, Renealmia microcalyx, Renealmia monosperma,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

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