Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
444492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Philipson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Blumea 26: 381 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443824

Common Names

  • Levieria scandens
  • Climbing levieria
  • Levieria

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Description

Levieria scandens (also called Climbing Levieria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Levieria scandens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as a food flavoring and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Levieria scandens 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Levieria scandens 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 Levieria scandens

Levieria scandens can be found in the Mediterranean.

Levieria scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Levieria scandens?

Levieria scandens

What is the common name of Levieria scandens?

Climbing levieria

Where is Levieria scandens found?

Levieria scandens is found in South America

Species in the Monimiaceae family

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