Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
1280091

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cambess.

Source:
tro

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Merid. 2: 214 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279429

Common Names

  • Turnera lanceolata
  • Lanceolate Turnera
  • Lance-Leaved Turnera

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Description

Turnera lanceolata (also called Lanceolate Turnera, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Turneraceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is found in humid and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Turnera lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Turnera lanceolata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Turnera lanceolata is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Turnera lanceolata

Turnera lanceolata is found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.

Turnera lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Turnera lanceolata?

Turnera lanceolata

What is the common name of Turnera lanceolata?

Lanceolate Turnera

What is the natural habitat of Turnera lanceolata?

It is native to Mexico, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Turnera genus

Turnera tapajoensis, Turnera triglandulosa, Turnera ulmifolia, Turnera urbanii, Turnera subulata, Turnera steyermarkii, Turnera stenophylla, Turnera thomasii, Turnera waltherioides, Turnera zeasperma, Turnera venosa, Turnera velutina, Turnera riedeliana, Turnera revoluta, Turnera princeps, Turnera pinifolia, Turnera pumilea, Turnera rubrobracteata, Turnera schomburgkiana, Turnera scabra, Turnera curassavica, Turnera coriacea, Turnera collotricha, Turnera annectens, Turnera hatschbachii, Turnera harleyi, Turnera guianensis, Turnera grandiflora, Turnera gardneriana, Turnera foliosa, Turnera elliptica, Turnera asymmetrica, Turnera clauseniana, Turnera aromatica, Turnera argentea, Turnera cipoensis, Turnera cicatricosa, Turnera castilloi, Turnera caatingana, Turnera breviflora, Turnera odorata, Turnera paruana, Turnera orientalis, Turnera oculata, Turnera ignota, Turnera huberi, Turnera macrophylla, Turnera melanorhiza, Turnera marmorata, Turnera luetzelburgii,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

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