Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
1598308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salimena & T.R.S.Silva

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 299(1): 126 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048558



Common Names

  • Showy Lantana
  • Showy Verbena
  • Showy Shrub Verbena


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Description

Lantana speciosa (also called Showy Lantana, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It has yellow flowers with four petals and is native to South America. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lantana speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lantana speciosa has small, white flowers that are about 1 inch long and appear in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have large, oval-shaped leaves and multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lantana speciosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Lantana speciosa

Lantana speciosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Lantana speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lantana speciosa?

Lantana speciosa

What is the common name of Lantana speciosa?

Showy Lantana

What is the natural habitat of Lantana speciosa?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77162228-1: 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].