Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longilaciniata
ID:
809026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delprete

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Blumea 51: 357 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808360

Common Names

  • Eucomoid Meadow Saffron
  • Eucomoid Saffron
  • Eucomoid Meadow Saffron

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Description

Coussarea longilaciniata (also called Long-laciniate Coussarea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America, found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, bright green leaves and produces white flowers with yellow bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Coussarea longilaciniata is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coussarea longilaciniata has yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The fruits are ovoid and covered with short, soft hairs. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coussarea longilaciniata is a species of plant native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Coussarea longilaciniata

Coussarea longilaciniata is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical forests and savannas.

Coussarea longilaciniata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coussarea longilaciniata?

Coussarea longilaciniata

What is the natural habitat of Coussarea longilaciniata?

Tropical rainforests of Central America

What is the flower color of Coussarea longilaciniata?

White

Species in the Coussarea genus

Coussarea bocainae, Coussarea ecuadorensis, Coussarea pilosula, Coussarea resinosa, Coussarea amplifolia, Coussarea cephaeloides, Coussarea dulcifolia, Coussarea spiciformis, Coussarea longilaciniata, Coussarea spicata, Coussarea chiapensis, Coussarea rafa-torresii, Coussarea accedens, Coussarea acuminata, Coussarea albescens, Coussarea amapaensis, Coussarea ampla, Coussarea antioquiana, Coussarea bahiensis, Coussarea bernardii, Coussarea biflora, Coussarea brevicaulis, Coussarea brevipedunculata, Coussarea capitata, Coussarea caroliana, Coussarea catingana, Coussarea cerroazulensis, Coussarea coffeoides, Coussarea congestiflora, Coussarea contracta, Coussarea cuatrecasasii, Coussarea duckei, Coussarea duplex, Coussarea durifolia, Coussarea enneantha, Coussarea evoluta, Coussarea fanshawei, Coussarea flava, Coussarea friburgensis, Coussarea frondosa, Coussarea garciae, Coussarea graciliflora, Coussarea grandifolia, Coussarea grandis, Coussarea granvillei, Coussarea hallei, Coussarea hirticalyx, Coussarea hyacinthiflora, Coussarea hydrangeifolia, Coussarea ilheotica,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346586: Based on the initial data import
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.