Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
lisianthoides
ID:
428961

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 22: 36 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428293



Common Names

  • Xestaea lisianthoides
  • Lisianthoid Xestaea
  • Xestaea


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Description

Xestaea lisianthoides (also called 'Lisianthus Xestaea', among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It has large, leathery leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in mangrove swamps and estuaries.

Uses & Benefits

Xestaea lisianthoides has been used medicinally for treating headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xestaea lisianthoides has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, round and black. Seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xestaea lisianthoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Xestaea lisianthoides

Xestaea lisianthoides is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America.

Xestaea lisianthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xestaea lisianthoides?

Xestaea lisianthoides

What are the common names of Xestaea lisianthoides?

Lisianthus, Lisianthoides

What is the growth habit of Xestaea lisianthoides?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

Species in the Xestaea 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,

References

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:371484-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.