Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ronliesneri
ID:
368074

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Walln.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 105: 552 (2003 publ. 2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367406



Common Names

  • Lissocarpa ronliesneri
  • Ronliesner's Lissocarpa
  • Lissocarpa Ronliesneri


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Description

Lissocarpa ronliesneri (also called 'Ron Liesner's Lissocarpa', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is typically found in moist areas, such as near streams, and can grow up to 15 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are bell-shaped and blue in color.

Uses & Benefits

Lissocarpa ronliesneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lissocarpa ronliesneri are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lissocarpa ronliesneri is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with a spreading habit. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Lissocarpa ronliesneri

Lissocarpa ronliesneri is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Lissocarpa ronliesneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lissocarpa ronliesneri?

Lissocarpa ronliesneri

What is the family of Lissocarpa ronliesneri?

Orchidaceae

What are the common names of Lissocarpa ronliesneri?

No common names

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,

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