Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliolata
ID:
225166

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) A.Chev. & Beille

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bot. Appl. Agric. Trop. 19: 250 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224496

Common Names

  • Ciliolate Lemyrea
  • Ciliate Lemyrea
  • Hairy Lemyrea

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Synonyms

  • Coffea ciliolata A.Chev. [valid]
  • Coffea ciliolata angustifolia A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Lemyrea ciliolata (also called ciliate-leaved lemyrea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It has a large, oval-shaped leaf with a single stem, and its leaves are up to 25 cm long. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lemyrea ciliolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lemyrea ciliolata is small and green. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lemyrea ciliolata is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It is a small, short-lived species, growing to a height of 10-15 cm. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lemyrea ciliolata

Lemyrea ciliolata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Lemyrea ciliolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lemyrea ciliolata?

Lemyrea ciliolata

What type of plant is Lemyrea ciliolata?

Orchid

Where is Lemyrea ciliolata native to?

Madagascar

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-109364: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Lucien Beille (1862-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beille' in the authors string.