Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lagunensis
ID:
327228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) L.C.Wheeler in C.V.Morton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 29: 106 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326560



Common Names

  • Lagunensis Bernardia
  • Lagunensis Tree
  • Laguna Tree


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Description

Bernardia lagunensis (also called Laguna Bernardia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is a small shrub, growing to 1–2 m tall, with a trunk up to 5 cm in diameter. It is found in open forests, often on limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia lagunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fibres which are used to make rope and paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia lagunensis is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia lagunensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to about 1-2 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bernardia lagunensis

Bernardia lagunensis is native to Cuba and can be found in dry forests and scrublands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Bernardia lagunensis FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Bernardia lagunensis?

Bernardia lagunensis prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F)

What is the optimal soil for Bernardia lagunensis?

Bernardia lagunensis prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5

How much light does Bernardia lagunensis need?

Bernardia lagunensis prefers full sun to partial shade

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20719: Based on the initial data import
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.
Louis Cutter Wheeler (1910-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Wheeler' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.