Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
princeps
ID:
365428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(2): 99 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364760



Common Names

  • Lagenanthus Princeps
  • Princeps Lagenanthus
  • Princeps


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Description

Lagenanthus princeps (also called Prince's Lagenanthus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has thin, wiry stems and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenanthus princeps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lagenanthus princeps is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenanthus princeps is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant will need regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Lagenanthus princeps

Lagenanthus princeps is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Lagenanthus princeps FAQ

What is the common name of Lagenanthus princeps?

Prince's Lagenanthus

What is the scientific name of Prince's Lagenanthus?

Lagenanthus princeps

What is the habitat of Prince's Lagenanthus?

It is found in moist, acidic soils in coniferous and deciduous forests, bogs, and rocky slopes

Species in the Lagenanthus genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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