Lysionotus microphyllus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphyllus
ID:
1228943
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 3: 270 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228281
Common Names
- Lysionotus microphyllus
- Microphyllus Lysionotus
- Lysionotus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lysionotus microphyllus (also called 'Microphyllous Lysionotus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a light green color and a smooth, glossy surface. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Lysionotus microphyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lysionotus microphyllus var. omeiensis (W.T.Wang) W.T.WangFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lysionotus microphyllus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lysionotus microphyllus is a perennial herb native to temperate regions. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Lysionotus microphyllus
Lysionotus microphyllus can be found in wet forests and woodlands in eastern Australia.
Lysionotus microphyllus FAQ
What is the common name of Lysionotus microphyllus?
Small-leaved Lysionotus
What is the native range of Lysionotus microphyllus?
China
What is the growth habit of Lysionotus microphyllus?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Lysionotus genus
Lysionotus confertus, Lysionotus pauciflorus, Lysionotus heterophylla, Lysionotus involucrata, Lysionotus palinensis, Lysionotus longipedunculatus, Lysionotus forrestii, Lysionotus gracilis, Lysionotus wilsonii, Lysionotus oblongifolius, Lysionotus denticulosus, Lysionotus aeschynanthoides, Lysionotus heterophyllus, Lysionotus petelotii, Lysionotus involucratus, Lysionotus sessilifolius, Lysionotus atropurpureus, Lysionotus sulphureus, Lysionotus metuoensis, Lysionotus microphyllus, Lysionotus sangzhiensis, Lysionotus serratus, Lysionotus chingii, Lysionotus gamosepalus, Lysionotus kwangsiensis, Lysionotus pubescens, Lysionotus levipes, Lysionotus kingii, Lysionotus sulphureoides,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50054017: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.