Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
lehmannii
ID:
820576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 185 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819910



Common Names

  • Lysipomia Lehmannii
  • Lehmann's Firecracker Plant
  • Lehmann's Firecracker


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Description

Lysipomia lehmannii (also called Lehmann's Lysipomia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and small, round fruits. It grows in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Lysipomia lehmannii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lysipomia lehmannii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysipomia lehmannii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep it moist. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in early spring and root them in a moist soil mix. Once rooted, transplant the cuttings into individual pots and keep them in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Lysipomia lehmannii

Lysipomia lehmannii is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Lysipomia lehmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysipomia lehmannii?

Lysipomia lehmannii

What is the common name of Lysipomia lehmannii?

Lehmann's lysipomia

Where is Lysipomia lehmannii native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Campanulaceae family

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