Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lesueurii
ID:
588752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Henrard & T.F.Daniel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Madroño 26: 34 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588084

Common Names

  • Carlowrightia lesueurii
  • Lesueur's Papaya
  • Lesueur's Tree

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Description

Carlowrightia lesueurii (also called 'Carlowrightia lesueurii', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, swamps, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carlowrightia lesueurii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize stream banks and is a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carlowrightia lesueurii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlowrightia lesueurii is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Carlowrightia lesueurii

Carlowrightia lesueurii can be found in Mexico.

Carlowrightia lesueurii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlowrightia lesueurii?

Carlowrightia lesueurii

What is the common name of Carlowrightia lesueurii?

Lesueur's Carlowrightia

What is the natural habitat of Carlowrightia lesueurii?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
James Solberg Henrickson (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henrickson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.