Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
glandula
ID:
458280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ackerman

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 4: 49 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457612



Common Names

  • Glandula Lankesterella
  • Glandulal Lankesterella
  • Glandulal Lankesterellan


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Description

Lankesterella glandula (also called 'Glandular Lankesterella', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to the Caribbean region and typically grows in rocky and sandy habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. Its flowers are white and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Lankesterella glandula is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lankesterella glandula has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lankesterella glandula is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Lankesterella glandula

Lankesterella glandula is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Lankesterella glandula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lankesterella glandula?

Lankesterella glandula

What is the family of Lankesterella glandula?

Thymelaeaceae

Where is Lankesterella glandula found?

Madagascar

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-251842: Based on the initial data import
James D. Ackerman (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ackerman' in the authors string.