Lacistema krukovii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
krukovii
ID:
364596
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 22: 184 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363928
Common Names
- Lacistema krukovii
- Lacistema pubescens
- Lacistema robustum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lacistema krukovii (also called Krukov's Lacistema, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in moist lowland forests and riverine forests. It has a single trunk and its leaves are dark green, glossy, and oblong-lanceolate in shape.
Uses & Benefits
Lacistema krukovii is a species of plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a cover crop to reduce erosion and improve soil fertility.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lacistema krukovii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lacistema krukovii is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Lacistema krukovii
Lacistema krukovii is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Lacistema krukovii FAQ
What are the common names for Lacistema krukovii?
Common names for Lacistema krukovii include Krukov's lacistema and Krukov's lacistema-vine.
How does Lacistema krukovii reproduce?
Lacistema krukovii reproduces by seed and vegetatively through cuttings.
What is the natural habitat of Lacistema krukovii?
Lacistema krukovii is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.
Species in the Lacistema genus
Species in the Lacistemataceae family
Lacistema hasslerianum, Lacistema krukovii, Lacistema aggregatum, Lacistema grandifolium, Lacistema polystachyum, Lacistema pubescens, Lacistema serrulatum, Lacistema macbridei, Lacistema nena, Lacistema robustum, Lacistema lucidum, Lacistema ligiae, Lozania mutisiana, Lozania pittieri, Lozania glabrata, Lozania klugii, Lozania nunkui,
References
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:134466-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.