Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
robustum
ID:
1250379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schnizl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 4(1): 281 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249717



Common Names

  • Lacistema Robustum
  • Lacistema Hardy
  • Lacistema Evergreen


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Description

Lacistema robustum (also called Lacistemataceae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lacistemataceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical South America, occurring in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lacistema robustum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lacistema robustum are small, white and fragrant. They have four petals and are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lacistema robustum is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Lacistema robustum

Lacistema robustum is native to South America.

Lacistema robustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lacistema robustum?

Lacistema robustum

What is the common name of Lacistema robustum?

Robust Lacistema

What is the natural habitat of Lacistema robustum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

References

Adalbert Schnizlein (1814-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schnizl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:462077-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.