Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stolonifera
ID:
1335211

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Legrand & Mattos) Mazine

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 289(3): 227 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347665

Common Names

  • Eugenia Stolonifera
  • Stoloniferous Eugenia
  • Stoloniferous Stopper

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Description

Eugenia stolonifera (also called Stoloniferous Eugenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a short stem and long leaves, and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eugenia stolonifera is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive problems, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eugenia stolonifera has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eugenia stolonifera is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Eugenia stolonifera

Eugenia stolonifera is native to the Malaysian Peninsula and is found in the states of Perak, Pahang, and Selangor.

Eugenia stolonifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eugenia stolonifera?

Eugenia stolonifera

What is the common name of Eugenia stolonifera?

Stoloniferous Eugenia

Where is Eugenia stolonifera native to?

South 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

João Rodrigues de Mattos (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattos' in the authors string.
C. Diego Legrand (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Legrand' in the authors string.
Fiorella Fernanda Mazine: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mazine' in the authors string.