Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Barrabé, C.M.Taylor & Razafim.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 313 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427922
Common Names
- Eumachia oleoides
- Oleoides Eumachia
- Oleoides's Eumachia
Description
Eumachia oleoides (also called African Mallow, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It is found in grasslands and savannas, and is characterized by its lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Eumachia oleoides is used as a medicinal plant and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eumachia oleoides 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eumachia oleoides 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 oleoides
Eumachia oleoides is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Eumachia oleoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eumachia oleoides?
Eumachia oleoides
What is the common name of Eumachia oleoides?
Olive-like Eumachia
What is the family of Eumachia oleoides?
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
Laure Barrabé: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrabé' in the authors string.