Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
444184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 3: t. 262 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443516



Common Names

  • Lawrencia spicata
  • Spiked Lawrencia
  • Willow Primrose


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Synonyms

  • Plagianthus spicatus Benth. [unknown]
  • Sida maritiana Miq. [unknown]
  • Plagianthus spicatus pubescens Benth. [unknown]

Description

Lawrencia spicata (also called Spiked Lawrencia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and is native to the tropical regions of Africa. It typically grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lawrencia spicata is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lawrencia spicata has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lawrencia spicata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It is best to propagate in spring or summer.

Where to Find Lawrencia spicata

Lawrencia spicata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Queensland and New South Wales.

Lawrencia spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lawrencia spicata?

Lawrencia spicata

What type of plant is Lawrencia spicata?

A flowering plant

Where can Lawrencia spicata be found?

It is native to Australia

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,