Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
patersonia
ID:
1215638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Andrews) G.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 485 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214976



Common Names

  • Lagunaria patersonia
  • Patersonia Lagunaria
  • Patersonia Tree


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Description

Lagunaria patersonia (also called Lagunaria patersonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, reaching a height of up to 10 meters. It is native to Central and South America, and its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lagunaria patersonia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lagunaria patersonia is a white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagunaria patersonia is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Lagunaria patersonia

Lagunaria patersonia can be found in Australia.

Lagunaria patersonia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagunaria patersonia?

Lagunaria patersonia

What is the common name of Lagunaria patersonia?

Patersonia

What is the natural habitat of Lagunaria patersonia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Lagunaria genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-3900210: Based on the initial data import
Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.