Loxocarpus semitortus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semitortus
ID:
365377
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 44: 61 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364709
Common Names
- Loxocarpus semitortus
- Semitortuous Loxocarpus
- Loxocarpus Semitortus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Loxocarpus semitortus (also called Semi-Tortuous Loxocarpus, Semi-Tortuous Spurge, and Semi-Tortuous Garden Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It has small, glossy leaves with yellow, orange, and red variegations.
Uses & Benefits
Loxocarpus semitortus is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. The flowers are white and fragrant and attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Loxocarpus semitortus are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loxocarpus semitortus 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 Loxocarpus semitortus
Loxocarpus semitortus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Loxocarpus semitortus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loxocarpus semitortus?
Loxocarpus semitortus
What is the family of Loxocarpus semitortus?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Loxocarpus semitortus?
Semitortuous Loxocarpus
Species in the Loxocarpus genus
Loxocarpus argenteus, Loxocarpus caeruleus, Loxocarpus caulescens, Loxocarpus conicapsularis, Loxocarpus holttumii, Loxocarpus meijeri, Loxocarpus incanus, Loxocarpus tunkui, Loxocarpus minimus, Loxocarpus papillosus, Loxocarpus petiolaris, Loxocarpus repens, Loxocarpus rufescens, Loxocarpus semitortus, Loxocarpus stapfii, Loxocarpus verbeniflos, Loxocarpus sericeus, Loxocarpus longipetiolatus, Loxocarpus pauzii, Loxocarpus coodei, Loxocarpus sericiflavus, Loxocarpus taeniophyllus, Loxocarpus violoides,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:381704-1: Based on the initial data import