Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lophoclada
ID:
1414459

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 297 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426924


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Description

Eumachia lophoclada (also called Crested guayacan, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical rainforests in South America, where it grows in moist habitats, such as along rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Eumachia lophoclada is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eumachia lophoclada is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eumachia lophoclada can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Eumachia lophoclada

Eumachia lophoclada is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Eumachia lophoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eumachia lophoclada?

Eumachia lophoclada

Where is Eumachia lophoclada native to?

Central and South America

What type of soil does Eumachia lophoclada prefer?

Well-drained soil

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

IPNI record: 77164419-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001427904
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.