Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
crenata
ID:
358833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) Doweld

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
in Sukkulenty 4(1-2): 34. 2002.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358165

Common Names

  • Lymanbensonia crenata
  • Crenata Lymanbensonia
  • Lymanbensonia Crenata

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Synonyms

  • Pfeiffera crenata (Britton) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Acanthorhipsalis crenata (Britton) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Hariota cinerea Britton [unknown]
  • Hariota crenata Britton [unknown]
  • Lepismium crenatum (Britton) Barthlott [unknown]
  • Rhipsalis crenata (Britton) Vaupel [unknown]

Description

Lymanbensonia crenata (also called Crenate Lymanbensonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a low-growing habit and is characterized by its oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with five petals. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lymanbensonia crenata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lymanbensonia crenata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lymanbensonia crenata is a shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Lymanbensonia crenata

Lymanbensonia crenata is native to tropical Africa.

Lymanbensonia crenata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lymanbensonia crenata?

Lymanbensonia crenata

What type of plant is Lymanbensonia crenata?

Herb

Where is Lymanbensonia crenata native to?

Tropical Asia

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Alexander B. Doweld (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doweld' in the authors string.