Lacmellea costanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costanensis
ID:
222465
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 25: 240 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221794
Common Names
- Costan Palm
- Lacmellea costanensis
- Costan Lacmellea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lacmellea costanensis (also called Costa Rican Lacmellea, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with ovate-oblong leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lacmellea costanensis can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lacmellea costanensis is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lacmellea costanensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in a container or in the ground and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.
Where to Find Lacmellea costanensis
Lacmellea costanensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Lacmellea costanensis FAQ
What is the common name of Lacmellea costanensis?
Costanensis
What is the scientific name of Costanensis?
Lacmellea costanensis
What is the natural habitat of Lacmellea costanensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Lacmellea genus
Lacmellea aculeata, Lacmellea arborescens, Lacmellea costanensis, Lacmellea densifoliata, Lacmellea edulis, Lacmellea floribunda, Lacmellea foxii, Lacmellea gracilis, Lacmellea guyanensis, Lacmellea klugii, Lacmellea microcarpa, Lacmellea oblongata, Lacmellea panamensis, Lacmellea pauciflora, Lacmellea peruviana, Lacmellea pygmaea, Lacmellea ramosissima, Lacmellea speciosa, Lacmellea standleyi, Lacmellea utilis, Lacmellea zamorae, Lacmellea macrantha, Lacmellea bahiensis, Lacmellea abbreviata,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106766: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.