Mischarytera lautereriana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lautereriana
ID:
1262555
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.M.Bailey) H.Turner
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 9: 213 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261893
Common Names
- Mischarytera lautereriana
- Lautereriana Mischarytera
- Lauterer's Mischarytera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mischarytera lautereriana (also called Lauterer's mischarytera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean. It has a small, erect habit and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry areas, such as grasslands, and is often found growing in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Mischarytera lautereriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mischarytera lautereriana are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mischarytera lautereriana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Mischarytera lautereriana
Mischarytera lautereriana is native to the Caribbean islands.
Mischarytera lautereriana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Mischarytera lautereriana?
Mischarytera lautereriana is found in tropical rainforests in South America.
What are the characteristics of Mischarytera lautereriana?
Mischarytera lautereriana is a small shrub with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.
How can Mischarytera lautereriana be propagated?
Mischarytera lautereriana can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Species in the Mischarytera genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50200544: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Hubert Turner (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Turner' in the authors string.