Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gomezii
ID:
795601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barrie

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 18 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794934

Common Names

  • Eugenia gomezii
  • Gomezii Eugenia
  • Eugenia's Gomezii

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Description

Eugenia gomezii (also called Gomez's Eugenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the myrtle family Myrtaceae. It is native to Central America, where it is found in Costa Rica and Panama. It is found in wet montane forests, where it grows in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Eugenia gomezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eugenia gomezii is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eugenia gomezii is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central America and is found in wet forests from Nicaragua to Panama. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Eugenia gomezii

Eugenia gomezii is native to the Atlantic forest of Brazil.

Eugenia gomezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eugenia gomezii?

Eugenia gomezii

What is the common name of Eugenia gomezii?

Gomez's Eugenia

What is the natural habitat of Eugenia gomezii?

Tropical forests of Central America

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-333471: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.