Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lempana
ID:
795623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barrie

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 27 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794956

Common Names

  • Eugenia lempana
  • Lempana Eugenia
  • Lempana Cherry

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Description

Eugenia lempana (also called Lempana 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 lempana 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 flowers of Eugenia lempana are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eugenia lempana is a tropical plant native to Honduras. It is a member of the Myrtaceae family and is an evergreen shrub. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil and fertilized regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm.

Where to Find Eugenia lempana

Eugenia lempana is native to Costa Rica and can be found in moist forests and along roadsides.

Eugenia lempana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eugenia lempana?

Eugenia lempana

What is the natural habitat of Eugenia lempana?

Tropical forests

What are the common uses of Eugenia lempana?

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-333493: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.