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
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.
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 Lychnodiscus genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family