Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
224700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 76 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224030



Common Names

  • Lasiocroton gracilis
  • Gracilis Lasiocroton
  • Gracilis Croton


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Description

Lasiocroton gracilis (also called Gracile Lasiocroton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Bahamas and is found in moist, lowland and montane forests. It grows in moist and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiocroton gracilis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. The plant is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasiocroton gracilis is small, yellow-green, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiocroton gracilis is a tropical shrub that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It can also be grown from seed, although germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Lasiocroton gracilis

Lasiocroton gracilis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Lasiocroton gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiocroton gracilis?

Lasiocroton gracilis

What is the common name of Lasiocroton gracilis?

Graceful Lasiocroton

What is the natural habitat of Lasiocroton gracilis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos

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-108875: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.