Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lakelae
ID:
1248066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wilbur

Source:
tro

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 76: 481 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247404



Common Names

  • Lechea lakelae
  • Lakela's Pinweed
  • Lakelae Pinweed


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Description

Lechea lakelae (also called Lakela's Pineland Lechea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is typically found in sandy soils and pinelands, and grows to a height of 1-3 feet. It has small, round, deep green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lechea lakelae has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lechea lakelae is a small, yellow, five-petalled spike. The seed is a small, black, round spore. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lechea lakelae is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Lechea lakelae

Lechea lakelae can be found in the states of Goiás and Mato Grosso in Brazil.

Lechea lakelae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lechea lakelae?

Lechea lakelae

What is the common name of Lechea lakelae?

Lakela's Lechea

What is the natural habitat of Lechea lakelae?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Cistaceae family

Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,

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