Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
R.Vásquez
                
                
                    
Source:
wcs
                
                
                    
Year:
1993
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Novon 3(2): 211. 1993
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366447
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Lissocarpa jensonii
- Jenson's Lissocarpa
- Jenson's Lissocarpa
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Lissocarpa jensonii (also called Jenson's Lissocarpa, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Lissocarpa jensonii is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil, which is used in perfumery and aromatherapy. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Lissocarpa jensonii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Lissocarpa jensonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter and should be planted in full sun or partial shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Lissocarpa jensonii
                        
                            Lissocarpa jensonii is native to South America and can be found in the wetland areas of the Amazon basin.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Lissocarpa jensonii FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Lissocarpa jensonii?
Lissocarpa jensonii
What is the common name of Lissocarpa jensonii?
Jenson's Lissocarpa
What is the natural habitat of Lissocarpa jensonii?
Grassy slopes, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Lissocarpa genus
                        
                     
                                                    
                        Species in the Ebenaceae family
                        
                            Diospyros abyssinica, 
Diospyros acapulcensis, 
Diospyros acocksii, 
Diospyros acris, 
Diospyros aculeata, 
Diospyros acuminata, 
Diospyros acuta, 
Diospyros addita, 
Diospyros adenophora, 
Diospyros adiensis, 
Diospyros aequoris, 
Diospyros affinis, 
Diospyros aifatensis, 
Diospyros alatella, 
Diospyros albiflora, 
Diospyros alboflavescens, 
Diospyros alisu, 
Diospyros alpina, 
Diospyros amabi, 
Diospyros amanap, 
Diospyros amaniensis, 
Diospyros amboinensis, 
Diospyros analamerensis, 
Diospyros andamanica, 
Diospyros angulata, 
Diospyros anisandra, 
Diospyros anisocalyx, 
Diospyros anitae, 
Diospyros ankifiensis, 
Diospyros anosivolensis, 
Diospyros apeibocarpos, 
Diospyros apiculata, 
Diospyros areolata, 
Diospyros areolifolia, 
Diospyros argentea, 
Diospyros armata, 
Diospyros artanthifolia, 
Diospyros arupaj, 
Diospyros atrata, 
Diospyros atrotricha, 
Diospyros attenuata, 
Diospyros aurea, 
Diospyros australis, 
Diospyros balansae, 
Diospyros balfouriana, 
Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, 
Diospyros bambuseti, 
Diospyros bangkana, 
Diospyros bangoiensis, 
Diospyros baranensis,