Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
loheri
ID:
624274

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw & J.J.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 13: 421 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623606

Common Names

  • Costera loheri
  • Loher's Costera
  • Loher Costera

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Synonyms

  • Vaccinium loheri Merr. [valid]
  • Iaera loheri (Merr.) H.F.Copel. [valid]

Description

Costera loheri (also called 'Loher's Costera', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Borneo and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Costera loheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes and soaps. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Costera loheri is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Costera loheri can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained compost, and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be grown in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Costera loheri

Costera loheri is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests.

Costera loheri FAQ

What is the common name of Costera loheri?

Loher's Rock Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Costera loheri?

It is found in rocky hillsides and dry grasslands in Mexico

What is the size of Costera loheri?

It typically grows to a height of 2-3 inches (5-7 cm)

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.