Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
compactus
ID:
456442

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.A.Simpson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 707 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455774

Common Names

  • Lagenocarpus compactus
  • Compact Lagenocarpus
  • Compact White Cedar

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Description

Lagenocarpus compactus (also called Compact Lagenocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenocarpus compactus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lagenocarpus compactus are white and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenocarpus compactus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Lagenocarpus compactus

Lagenocarpus compactus is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Lagenocarpus compactus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenocarpus compactus?

Lagenocarpus compactus

What is the common name of Lagenocarpus compactus?

Compact Lagenocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Lagenocarpus compactus?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

David Alan Simpson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Simpson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303461-2: 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].