Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
tessmannii
ID:
668482

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.C.Schmidt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 227 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667814

Common Names

  • Endlicheria tessmannii
  • Tessmannii Endlicheria
  • Tessmannii

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Description

Endlicheria tessmannii (also called Tessmann's endlicheria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Endlicheria tessmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Endlicheria tessmannii is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endlicheria tessmannii is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Endlicheria tessmannii

Endlicheria tessmannii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Endlicheria tessmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Endlicheria tessmannii?

Endlicheria tessmannii

What is the family of Endlicheria tessmannii?

Lauraceae

What is the common name of Endlicheria tessmannii?

Tessmannii

Species in the Endlicheria genus

Endlicheria acuminata, Endlicheria anomala, Endlicheria arachnocome, Endlicheria arenosa, Endlicheria argentea, Endlicheria arunciflora, Endlicheria aurea, Endlicheria bracteata, Endlicheria bracteolata, Endlicheria browniana, Endlicheria bullata, Endlicheria canescens, Endlicheria chalisea, Endlicheria chrysovelutina, Endlicheria citriodora, Endlicheria cocuirey, Endlicheria columbiana, Endlicheria coriacea, Endlicheria dictifarinosa, Endlicheria directonervia, Endlicheria duotincta, Endlicheria dysodantha, Endlicheria ferruginosa, Endlicheria formosa, Endlicheria glomerata, Endlicheria gracilis, Endlicheria griseosericea, Endlicheria jefensis, Endlicheria klugii, Endlicheria krukovii, Endlicheria levelii, Endlicheria lhotzkyi, Endlicheria longicaudata, Endlicheria lorastemon, Endlicheria macrophylla, Endlicheria melinonii, Endlicheria metallica, Endlicheria mishuyacensis, Endlicheria multiflora, Endlicheria nilssonii, Endlicheria oreocola, Endlicheria paniculata, Endlicheria paradoxa, Endlicheria punctulata, Endlicheria pyriformis, Endlicheria reflectens, Endlicheria robusta, Endlicheria rubiflora, Endlicheria rubra, Endlicheria ruforamula,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

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