Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 1340 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588085
Common Names
- Carlowrightia lindauiana
- Lindau's Papaya
- Lindau's Tree
Description
Carlowrightia lindauiana (also called 'Carlowrightia lindauiana', 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 lindauiana 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 lindauiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carlowrightia lindauiana 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 lindauiana
Carlowrightia lindauiana can be found in Mexico.
Carlowrightia lindauiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carlowrightia lindauiana?
Carlowrightia lindauiana
What is the common name of Carlowrightia lindauiana?
Lindau's Carlowrightia
What is the natural habitat of Carlowrightia lindauiana?
Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico
Species in the Carlowrightia genus
Carlowrightia albiflora,
Carlowrightia arizonica,
Carlowrightia ecuadoriana,
Carlowrightia fuertensis,
Carlowrightia henricksonii,
Carlowrightia hepalocarpa,
Carlowrightia hintonii,
Carlowrightia huicholiana,
Carlowrightia lesueurii,
Carlowrightia lindauiana,
Carlowrightia linearifolia,
Carlowrightia mcvaughii,
Carlowrightia mexicana,
Carlowrightia myriantha,
Carlowrightia neesiana,
Carlowrightia ovata,
Carlowrightia parviflora,
Carlowrightia parvifolia,
Carlowrightia pectinata,
Carlowrightia pringlei,
Carlowrightia purpurea,
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia,
Carlowrightia texana,
Carlowrightia torreyana,
Carlowrightia trichocarpa,
Carlowrightia venturae,
Carlowrightia yucatanensis,
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,