Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) P.G.Ribeiro, L.P.Queiroz & Luckow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Taxon67: 45 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423724
Common Names
- Lachesiodendron viridiflorum
- Viridiflorum Lachesiodendron
- Viridiflorum Water Willow
Description
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum (also called Green-flowered Lachesiodendron, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of around 1 meter and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are a glossy green in colour. The flowers are white and appear in clusters in the spring. The fruit is a yellow drupe which ripens in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum is a shrub found in South America. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum has small, yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer or autumn.
Where to Find Lachesiodendron viridiflorum
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Lachesiodendron viridiflorum?
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum is native to the cloud forests of Peru and Ecuador.
What is the size of Lachesiodendron viridiflorum?
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm in height.
What is the blooming season of Lachesiodendron viridiflorum?
Lachesiodendron viridiflorum blooms in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Lachesiodendron genus
Species in the Fabaceae family