Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lizethae
ID:
1316616

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cruz & J.Jiménez Ram.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 321 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329070



Common Names

  • Holographis Lizethae
  • Lizeth's Holographis
  • Lizeth's Holographis Tree


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Description

Holographis lizethae (also called Lizeth's holographis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial succulent native to the Mediterranean region. It has rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small, star-shaped, pink flowers. It is found in rocky, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Holographis lizethae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Holographis lizethae has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like structure. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Holographis lizethae can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The seed should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Holographis lizethae is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Holographis lizethae

Holographis lizethae is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Holographis lizethae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Holographis lizethae?

Holographis lizethae

What is the common name of Holographis lizethae?

Lizeth's Holographis

What is the natural habitat of Holographis lizethae?

Tropical rainforests of Central America

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Ramiro Cruz Durán: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cruz Durán' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60457716-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.