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
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.
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 Lankesterella genus
Lankesterella alainii,
Lankesterella caespitosa,
Lankesterella ceracifolia,
Lankesterella gnomus,
Lankesterella longicollis,
Lankesterella orthantha,
Lankesterella parvula,
Lankesterella pilosa,
Lankesterella salehi,
Lankesterella spannageliana,
Lankesterella glandula,
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,