Eugenia belloi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barrie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 4 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794832
Common Names
- Eugenia belloi
- Bello's Eugenia
- Bello Eugenia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia belloi (also called Bello's Eugenia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Central and South America. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are obovate, dark green in color. It is found in wet montane forests, and is usually found in the mountains of Costa Rica.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia belloi is used as an antiseptic, expectorant, and to treat coughs, colds, and sore throats. It is also used as a flavoring agent in foods and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eugenia belloi has white flowers, small, globose, and dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender with lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia belloi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the branches in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Eugenia belloi
Eugenia belloi is native to Colombia.
Eugenia belloi FAQ
What are the light requirements for Eugenia belloi?
Eugenia belloi prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal temperature range for Eugenia belloi?
Eugenia belloi prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).
What is the ideal humidity range for Eugenia belloi?
Eugenia belloi prefers a humidity level of 40-60%.
Species in the Eugenia genus
Eugenia conduplicata, Eugenia magna, Eugenia manickamiana, Eugenia myrciariifolia, Eugenia rizziniana, Eugenia seithurensis, Eugenia yatuae, Eugenia subreticulata, Eugenia bergii, Eugenia belloi, Eugenia breedlovei, Eugenia cararensis, Eugenia cerrocacaoensis, Eugenia chavarriae, Eugenia cocosensis, Eugenia coibensis, Eugenia corusca, Eugenia earthiana, Eugenia esteliensis, Eugenia farinacea, Eugenia galbaoensis, Eugenia gomezii, Eugenia grayumii, Eugenia grijalvae, Eugenia hammelii, Eugenia hartshornii, Eugenia herrerae, Eugenia intibucana, Eugenia inversa, Eugenia lempana, Eugenia liesneri, Eugenia lithosperma, Eugenia locuples, Eugenia magniflora, Eugenia mcphersonii, Eugenia molinae, Eugenia monteverdensis, Eugenia paloverdensis, Eugenia quercetorum, Eugenia riosae, Eugenia sancarlosensis, Eugenia selvana, Eugenia shimishito, Eugenia tilarana, Eugenia verruculata, Eugenia zuchowskiae, Eugenia churutensis, Eugenia darcyi, Eugenia shettyana, Eugenia conchalensis,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-333377: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.