Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 2: 145 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455717
Common Names
- Lagenocarpus bracteosus
- Bracted Lagenocarpus
- Bracteose Lagenocarpus
Description
Lagenocarpus bracteosus (also called Bracted Lagenocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, oval leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lagenocarpus bracteosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lagenocarpus bracteosus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers have five petals and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagenocarpus bracteosus is a small tree native to Central America. It can reach up to 8 m in height and has a dense, rounded crown. Propagation is best done from seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seeds should be covered lightly and watered regularly. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Fertilize regularly and prune to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Lagenocarpus bracteosus
Lagenocarpus bracteosus is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Lagenocarpus bracteosus FAQ
What are the common names of Lagenocarpus bracteosus?
Bracteose Lagenocarpus, Bracteose Lagenocarpus Palm
What is the natural habitat of Lagenocarpus bracteosus?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the growth rate of Lagenocarpus bracteosus?
It is a slow-growing species
Species in the Lagenocarpus genus
Lagenocarpus alboniger,
Lagenocarpus bracteosus,
Lagenocarpus celiae,
Lagenocarpus clarkei,
Lagenocarpus compactus,
Lagenocarpus eriopodus,
Lagenocarpus glomerulatus,
Lagenocarpus griseus,
Lagenocarpus guianensis,
Lagenocarpus lanatus,
Lagenocarpus parvulus,
Lagenocarpus pendulus,
Lagenocarpus rigidus,
Lagenocarpus sabanensis,
Lagenocarpus sericeus,
Lagenocarpus velutinus,
Lagenocarpus triquetrus,
Lagenocarpus tristis,
Species in the Cyperaceae family
Abildgaardia mexicana,
Abildgaardia ovata,
Abildgaardia schoenoides,
Abildgaardia triflora,
Abildgaardia oxystachya,
Abildgaardia odontocarpa,
Abildgaardia macrantha,
Abildgaardia fusiformis,
Abildgaardia pachyptera,
Actinoschoenus repens,
Actinoschoenus yunnanensis,
Actinoschoenus aphyllus,
Actinoscirpus grossus,
Afrotrilepis jaegeri,
Afrotrilepis pilosa,
Amphiscirpus nevadensis,
Arthrostylis aphylla,
Arthrostylis planiculmis,
Becquerelia clarkei,
Becquerelia cymosa,
Becquerelia discolor,
Becquerelia merkeliana,
Becquerelia muricata,
Becquerelia tuberculata,
Bisboeckelera irrigua,
Bisboeckelera longifolia,
Bisboeckelera microcephala,
Bisboeckelera vinacea,
Blysmus compressus,
Blysmus mongolicola,
Blysmus rufus,
Blysmus sinocompressus,
Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter,
Bolboschoenus caldwellii,
Bolboschoenus capensis,
Bolboschoenus fluviatilis,
Bolboschoenus glaucus,
Bolboschoenus grandispicus,
Bolboschoenus laticarpus,
Bolboschoenus maritimus,
Bolboschoenus medianus,
Bolboschoenus nobilis,
Bolboschoenus novae-angliae,
Bolboschoenus planiculmis,
Bolboschoenus robustus,
Bolboschoenus schmidii,
Bolboschoenus stagnicola,
Bolboschoenus yagara,
Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii,
Bolboschoenus biconcavus,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:134821-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].