Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
lushuiensis
ID:
1542247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jun-Chu Peng & H.Sun

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Pl. Diversity 42: 202 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023602

Common Names

  • Megacodon Lushuiensis
  • Lushuiensis Megacodon
  • Lushui Megacodon

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Description

Megacodon lushuiensis (also called Lushui Megacodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to China. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Megacodon lushuiensis is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Megacodon lushuiensis is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megacodon lushuiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Megacodon lushuiensis

Megacodon lushuiensis is native to the tropical rainforests of China. It can be found in the understory of the forest, growing in moist and shady areas.

Megacodon lushuiensis FAQ

What are the common names of Megacodon lushuiensis?

Common names of Megacodon lushuiensis include Chinese box and Chinese box tree.

What is the natural habitat of Megacodon lushuiensis?

Megacodon lushuiensis is native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.

What are the uses of Megacodon lushuiensis?

Megacodon lushuiensis is used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77214829-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.