Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
curvifolius
ID:
362555

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Buek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 11: 137 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361887



Common Names

  • Lobostemon curvifolius
  • Curvifolius Lobostemon
  • Curvifolius Lobostemon


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Synonyms

  • Echium curvifolium I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Lobostemon magnisepalum N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Lobostemon curvifolius (also called Curved-Leaved Lobostemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has a thick, woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist soils and is often found in rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lobostemon curvifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Lobostemon curvifolius has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobostemon curvifolius is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lobostemon curvifolius

Lobostemon curvifolius is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Lobostemon curvifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobostemon curvifolius?

Lobostemon curvifolius

What is the common name of Lobostemon curvifolius?

Curved-leaved Lobostemon

What is the natural habitat of Lobostemon curvifolius?

It is found in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland in Western Australia

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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