Status:
valid
Authors:
(Greves) Craven
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 3: 731 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227842
Common Names
- Lindsayomyrtus racemoides
- Racemose Lindsayomyrtus
- Racemose Lindsayomyrtus
Description
Lindsayomyrtus racemoides (also called Racemose Lindsayomyrtus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lindsayomyrtus racemoides is an ornamental plant that can be used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lindsayomyrtus racemoides is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindsayomyrtus racemoides is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Lindsayomyrtus racemoides
Lindsayomyrtus racemoides is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Lindsayomyrtus racemoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lindsayomyrtus racemoides?
Lindsayomyrtus racemoides
What is the common name of Lindsayomyrtus racemoides?
Racemose Lindsayomyrtus
What is the natural habitat of Lindsayomyrtus racemoides?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Lindsayomyrtus genus
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
S. Greves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greves' in the authors string.