Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
planifolia
ID:
224000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham.) Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 7-8: 302 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223329



Common Names

  • Lantana Planifolia
  • Planifolia Lantana
  • Planifolia's Lantana


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Description

Lantana planifolia (also called Flat-Leaved Lantana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Verbena family. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall in its native habitats, which include tropical and subtropical forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lantana planifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lantana planifolia has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lantana planifolia is a shrub that grows in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Lantana planifolia

Lantana planifolia is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in open, sunny areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Lantana planifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lantana planifolia?

Lantana planifolia

What are the common names of Lantana planifolia?

Plane-leaved Lantana, Plane-leaved Sage

What is the natural habitat of Lantana planifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Lantana genus

Lantana achyranthifolia, Lantana alainii, Lantana amoena, Lantana angolensis, Lantana angustibracteata, Lantana angustifolia, Lantana aristeguietae, Lantana bahamensis, Lantana balansae, Lantana balsamifera, Lantana boyacana, Lantana buchii, Lantana caatingensis, Lantana camara, Lantana canescens, Lantana caracasana, Lantana chiapasensis, Lantana ciferriana, Lantana coimbrensis, Lantana colombiana, Lantana cordatibracteata, Lantana cujabensis, Lantana demutata, Lantana depressa, Lantana dinteri, Lantana ebrenbergiana, Lantana elenievskii, Lantana entrerriensis, Lantana exarata, Lantana ferreyrae, Lantana flava, Lantana floridana, Lantana fucata, Lantana glaziovii, Lantana grisebachii, Lantana grossiserrata, Lantana hatoensis, Lantana haughtii, Lantana hirsuta, Lantana hirta, Lantana hodgei, Lantana horrida, Lantana humuliformis, Lantana hypoleuca, Lantana indica, Lantana insularis, Lantana involucrata, Lantana jaliscana, Lantana jamaicensis, Lantana kingii,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:135285-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].