Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
lanatus
ID:
456569

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Koyama & Maguire) T.Koyama

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Makinoa , n.s., 4: 39 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455901



Common Names

  • Lagenocarpus lanatus
  • Lanatus Lagenocarpus
  • Reed-like Lagenocarpus


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Description

Lagenocarpus lanatus (also called Lanatus Lagenocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenocarpus lanatus is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lagenocarpus lanatus is a white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenocarpus lanatus is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is usually found in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained cutting mix.

Where to Find Lagenocarpus lanatus

Lagenocarpus lanatus can be found in Central and South America.

Lagenocarpus lanatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenocarpus lanatus?

Lagenocarpus lanatus

What is the common name of Lagenocarpus lanatus?

Giant Four O'Clock

What is the natural habitat of Lagenocarpus lanatus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Tetsuo Michael Koyama (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Koyama' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77063300-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].