Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
utilis
ID:
225168

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-0000224498

Common Names

  • Useful Lemyrea
  • Utilis Lemyrea
  • Utility Lemyrea

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Synonyms

  • Coffea utilis A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Lemyrea utilis (also called useful 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 utilis 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 utilis 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 utilis can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept consistently moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Lemyrea utilis

Lemyrea utilis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Lemyrea utilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lemyrea utilis?

Lemyrea utilis

What type of plant is Lemyrea utilis?

Orchid

Where is Lemyrea utilis 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-109366: 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.