Eugenia hammelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barrie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 22 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794937
Common Names
- Eugenia hammelii
- Hammel's Eugenia
- Hammel's Stopper
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia hammelii (also called Hammel'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 hammelii 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 hammelii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia hammelii 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 hammelii
Eugenia hammelii is native to Costa Rica and can be found in wet forests and along roadsides.
Eugenia hammelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eugenia hammelii?
Eugenia hammelii
What is the natural habitat of Eugenia hammelii?
Tropical forests
What are the common uses of Eugenia hammelii?
Ornamental plants, medicinal purposes
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-333474: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.