Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
dananensis
ID:
443674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubrév. & Pellegr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 85: 291 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443006



Common Names

  • Lychnodiscus Dananensis
  • Danan Lychnodiscus
  • Danan Loosestrife


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Description

Lychnodiscus dananensis (also called Danan's Lychnodiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in wet forests and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lychnodiscus dananensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lychnodiscus dananensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lychnodiscus dananensis is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Lychnodiscus dananensis

Lychnodiscus dananensis can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Lychnodiscus dananensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lychnodiscus dananensis?

Lychnodiscus dananensis

What is the common name of Lychnodiscus dananensis?

Danan Lychnodiscus

What is the family of Lychnodiscus dananensis?

Rutaceae

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2493456: Based on the initial data import
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
François Pellegrin (1881-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pellegr.' in the authors string.