Status:
valid
Authors:
Baehni
Source:
tro
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Candollea viii. 42 (1940).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001069569
Common Names
- Lacistema macbridei
- Lacistema
- MacBride's Lacistema
Description
Lacistema macbridei (also called Lacistema macbridei, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It typically grows to a height of 2-5 meters and has oval-shaped, leathery leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lacistema macbridei is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil. The essential oil is used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lacistema macbridei is white and has a long stem. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lacistema macbridei is a shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It should be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained soil and watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Lacistema macbridei
Lacistema macbridei is native to South America.
Species in the Lacistema genus
Lacistema hasslerianum,
Lacistema krukovii,
Lacistema aggregatum,
Lacistema grandifolium,
Lacistema polystachyum,
Lacistema pubescens,
Lacistema serrulatum,
Lacistema macbridei,
Lacistema nena,
Lacistema robustum,
Lacistema lucidum,
Lacistema ligiae,
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,