Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rose ex E.Walther) Kimnach
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 89: 17 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348248
Common Names
- Reidmorania occidentalis
- Occidentalis Reidmorania
- Reidmorania
Description
Reidmorania occidentalis (also called western guayacan, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Reidmorania occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Reidmorania occidentalis has yellow flowers with a white center and a red-purple center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Reidmorania occidentalis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.
Where to Find Reidmorania occidentalis
Reidmorania occidentalis is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Reidmorania occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Reidmorania occidentalis?
Reidmorania occidentalis
What is the common name of Reidmorania occidentalis?
Occidentalis
What is the natural habitat of Reidmorania occidentalis?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Species in the Reidmorania genus
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii,
Adromischus bicolor,
Adromischus caryophyllaceus,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus cristatus,
Adromischus diabolicus,
Adromischus fallax,
Adromischus filicaulis,
Adromischus hemisphericus,
Adromischus humilis,
Adromischus inamoenus,
Adromischus leucophyllus,
Adromischus liebenbergii,
Adromischus maculatus,
Adromischus mammillaris,
Adromischus marianae,
Adromischus maximus,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus nanus,
Adromischus phillipsiae,
Adromischus roaneanus,
Adromischus schuldtianus,
Adromischus sphenophyllus,
Adromischus subdistichus,
Adromischus subviridis,
Adromischus triflorus,
Adromischus trigynus,
Adromischus umbraticola,
Adromischus coleorum,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus triflorus,
Aeonium loartei,
Aeonium uhlii,
Aeonium aguajilvense,
Aeonium aizoon,
Aeonium anagense,
Aeonium anagensis,
Aeonium appendiculatum,
Aeonium arboreum,
Aeonium aureum,
Aeonium balsamiferum,
Aeonium barbatum,
Aeonium beltranii,
Aeonium bollei,
Aeonium burchardii,
Aeonium canariense,
Aeonium castellodecorum,
Aeonium castello-paivae,
Aeonium ciliatum,