Status:
valid
Authors:
Perkins
Source:
ksu
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee : 331 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443809
Common Names
- Lauterbachia novoguineensis
- Lauterbachia novoguineensis
- Lauterbachia novoguineensis
Description
Lauterbachia novoguineensis (also called Novoguineensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas and on roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lauterbachia novoguineensis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lauterbachia novoguineensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lauterbachia novoguineensis is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Lauterbachia novoguineensis
Lauterbachia novoguineensis is native to New Guinea.
Lauterbachia novoguineensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lauterbachia novoguineensis?
Lauterbachia novoguineensis
What are the common names of Lauterbachia novoguineensis?
New Guinea lauterbachia
What is the natural habitat of Lauterbachia novoguineensis?
It is found in moist forests and along streams and rivers
Species in the Lauterbachia genus
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans,
Carnegieodoxa eximia,
Decarydendron helenae,
Decarydendron lamii,
Decarydendron perrieri,
Decarydendron ranomafanense,
Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,