Neocussonia litoralis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
litoralis
ID:
1512338
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bernardi) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 278 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001662
Common Names
- Neocussonia litoralis
- Litoralis Neocussonia
- Litoralis-Neocussonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neocussonia litoralis (also called Litoralis neocussonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 2–5 m. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It is found in wet forests, from sea level to 1,200 m altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Neocussonia litoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neocussonia litoralis has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Neocussonia litoralis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems, and place them in a container filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm place with indirect sunlight. The cuttings should take root within a few weeks. For cultivation, Neocussonia litoralis prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Neocussonia litoralis
Neocussonia litoralis can be found in the Caribbean region, particularly in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.
Neocussonia litoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neocussonia litoralis?
Neocussonia litoralis
What is the common name of Neocussonia litoralis?
Litoralis Neocussonia
What is the natural habitat of Neocussonia litoralis?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Neocussonia genus
Neocussonia bojeri, Neocussonia umbellifera, Neocussonia bracteolifera, Neocussonia capuroniana, Neocussonia favargeri, Neocussonia fosbergiana, Neocussonia frodiniana, Neocussonia halleana, Neocussonia longipedicellata, Neocussonia moratii, Neocussonia rainaliana, Neocussonia staufferiana, Neocussonia vantsilana, Neocussonia weibeliana, Neocussonia lukwangulensis, Neocussonia litoralis,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,