Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
lawsonii
ID:
705363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1916: 131 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704696



Common Names

  • Glyptopetalum Lawsonii
  • Lawsonii Glyptopetalum
  • Glyptopetalum Plant


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Description

Glyptopetalum lawsonii (also called Lawson's Wax Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that are angularly lobed. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along the edges of rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Glyptopetalum lawsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glyptopetalum lawsonii has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glyptopetalum lawsonii is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It has a long flowering period from spring to autumn.

Where to Find Glyptopetalum lawsonii

Glyptopetalum lawsonii is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in open forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Glyptopetalum lawsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glyptopetalum lawsonii?

Glyptopetalum lawsonii

What are the common names of Glyptopetalum lawsonii?

Glyptopetalum lawsonii is commonly known as the wild petunia

What is the family of Glyptopetalum lawsonii?

Glyptopetalum lawsonii belongs to the family Solanaceae

Species in the Glyptopetalum genus

Glyptopetalum reticulinerve, Glyptopetalum acuminatissimum, Glyptopetalum angulatum, Glyptopetalum aquifolium, Glyptopetalum calocarpum, Glyptopetalum calyptratum, Glyptopetalum chaudocense, Glyptopetalum euonymoides, Glyptopetalum euphlebium, Glyptopetalum feddei, Glyptopetalum fengii, Glyptopetalum geloniifolium, Glyptopetalum gracilipes, Glyptopetalum grandiflorum, Glyptopetalum harmandianum, Glyptopetalum ilicifolium, Glyptopetalum lawsonii, Glyptopetalum loheri, Glyptopetalum longipedicellatum, Glyptopetalum longepedunculatum, Glyptopetalum marivelense, Glyptopetalum palawanense, Glyptopetalum poilanei, Glyptopetalum quadrangulare, Glyptopetalum rhytidophyllum, Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum, Glyptopetalum stixifolium, Glyptopetalum subcordatum, Glyptopetalum thorelii, Glyptopetalum tonkinense, Glyptopetalum zeylanicum, Glyptopetalum integrifolium, Glyptopetalum pallidifolium, Glyptopetalum vidalii, Glyptopetalum verticillatum,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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