Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
letouzeyi
ID:
1415437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Robbr.) Razafim. & C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 296 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427902

Common Names

  • Eumachia letouzeyi
  • Letouzeyi Eumachia
  • Letouzeyi's Eumachia

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Description

Eumachia letouzeyi (also called Letouzey's Eumachia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforests and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Eumachia letouzeyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eumachia letouzeyi is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eumachia letouzeyi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light and warmth until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Eumachia letouzeyi

Eumachia letouzeyi is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Eumachia letouzeyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eumachia letouzeyi?

Eumachia letouzeyi

What is the common name of Eumachia letouzeyi?

Letouzey's Eumachia

What is the family of Eumachia letouzeyi?

Asteraceae

Species in the Eumachia genus

Eumachia carnea, Eumachia chaenotricha, Eumachia cymuligera, Eumachia depauperata, Eumachia inaequifolia, Eumachia albert-smithii, Eumachia astrellantha, Eumachia boliviana, Eumachia cephalantha, Eumachia deinocalyx, Eumachia guianensis, Eumachia kappleri, Eumachia microdon, Eumachia nana, Eumachia pallidinervia, Eumachia paupertina, Eumachia podocephala, Eumachia wilhelminensis, Eumachia abrupta, Eumachia acuifolia, Eumachia coffeosperma, Eumachia collina, Eumachia forsteriana, Eumachia gossweileri, Eumachia hassleriana, Eumachia horsfieldiana, Eumachia huallagae, Eumachia impatiens, Eumachia insidens, Eumachia lepiniana, Eumachia lophoclada, Eumachia lyciiflora, Eumachia membranacea, Eumachia membranifolia, Eumachia merrilliana, Eumachia nutans, Eumachia obanensis, Eumachia oncocarpa, Eumachia poggei, Eumachia rotundifolia, Eumachia schmielei, Eumachia sciadephora, Eumachia viridicalyx, Eumachia wildemaniana, Eumachia agustinae, Eumachia amoena, Eumachia aneityensis, Eumachia archboldiana, Eumachia balabacensis, Eumachia chlorocalyx,

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

Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.