Limnocharis laforestii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laforestii
ID:
683934
Status:
valid
Authors:
Duchass. ex Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 6: 11 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683267
Common Names
- Limnocharis laforestii
- Laforestii Limnocharis
- Limnocharis Laforestii
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Limnocharis laforestii (also called Laforest's Limnocharis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Limnocharitaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist forests. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall, with lanceolate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Limnocharis laforestii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Limnocharis laforestii has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Limnocharis laforestii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Limnocharis laforestii
Limnocharis laforestii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan.
Limnocharis laforestii FAQ
What are the common names of Limnocharis laforestii?
Limnocharis laforestii is commonly known as Laforest's Sawgrass.
What is the growth rate of Limnocharis laforestii?
Limnocharis laforestii has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type preferred by Limnocharis laforestii?
Limnocharis laforestii prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Species in the Limnocharis genus
Species in the Alismataceae family
Albidella nymphaeifolia, Albidella acanthocarpa, Albidella glandulosa, Albidella oligococca, Alisma bjorkqvistii, Alisma canaliculatum, Alisma gramineum, Alisma juzepczukii, Alisma lanceolatum, Alisma nanum, Alisma plantago-aquatica, Alisma rhicnocarpum, Alisma subcordatum, Alisma triviale, Alisma wahlenbergii, Alisma praecox, Alisma rariflorum, Alisma bjoerkqvistii, Astonia australiensis, Baldellia alpestris, Baldellia ranunculoides, Baldellia repens, Burnatia enneandra, Butomopsis latifolia, Caldesia grandis, Caldesia parnassifolia, Caldesia janaki-ammaliae, Caldesia plantago-aquatica, Damasonium alisma, Damasonium bourgaei, Damasonium californicum, Damasonium constrictum, Damasonium minus, Damasonium polyspermum, Echinodorus berteroi, Helanthium tenellum, Helanthium bolivianum, Helanthium zombiense, Hydrocleys martii, Hydrocleys mattogrossensis, Hydrocleys modesta, Hydrocleys nymphoides, Hydrocleys parviflora, Limnocharis laforestii, Limnocharis flava, Limnophyton obtusifolium, Limnophyton fluitans, Limnophyton angolense, Luronium natans, Ranalisma rostrata,
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Édouard Placide Duchassaing de Fontbressin (1819-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duchass.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:279668-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.