Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
lucorum
ID:
1409259

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Keraudren) H.Schaef.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42(1): 70. 2017 [1 Mar 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421724



Common Names

  • Lucorum Blastania
  • Blastania Lucorum
  • Lucorum Blastania


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Description

Blastania lucorum (also called Lucorum Blastania, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a few small leaves. The flowers are yellow and have a long, curved lower lip. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blastania lucorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fronds are also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blastania lucorum has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blastania lucorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Blastania lucorum

Blastania lucorum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Blastania lucorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blastania lucorum?

Blastania lucorum

What is the natural habitat of Blastania lucorum?

It is native to Europe.

What is the flowering season of Blastania lucorum?

It flowers in late spring to early summer.

Species in the Blastania genus

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

Monique Keraudren (1928-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keraudren' in the authors string.
Hanno Schaefer (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schaef.' in the authors string.