Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
laciniata
ID:
814881

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 349 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814215



Common Names

  • Lysipomia laciniata
  • Laciniata
  • Laciniate Lysipomia


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Description

Lysipomia laciniata (also called Laciniate Lysipomia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 20 cm in height. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. This plant is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in wet and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lysipomia laciniata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lysipomia laciniata sub. microsperma McVaugh
Lysipomia laciniata sub. linearifolia (E.Wimm.) McVaugh
Lysipomia laciniata sub. laciniata
Lysipomia laciniata sub. fissicalyx McVaugh
Lysipomia laciniata sub. meridensis McVaugh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lysipomia laciniata has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysipomia laciniata is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1 m tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is done by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Lysipomia laciniata

Lysipomia laciniata is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Lysipomia laciniata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysipomia laciniata?

Lysipomia laciniata

What is the common name of Lysipomia laciniata?

Laciniata

What is the family of Lysipomia laciniata?

Campanulaceae

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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