Status:
valid
Authors:
Romão & V.C.Souza
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 61: S43 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749353
Common Names
- Luizae Gaylussacia
- Luiz Gaylussacia
- Luiz Bush Gaylussacia
Description
Gaylussacia luizae (also called Luiz's Huckleberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical forests. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gaylussacia luizae is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaylussacia luizae has small white flowers with yellow centers that are held in clusters of up to five. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaylussacia luizae can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Gaylussacia luizae
Gaylussacia luizae is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
Gaylussacia luizae FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Gaylussacia luizae?
Gaylussacia luizae prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, acidic, well-drained soils.
What is the average height of Gaylussacia luizae?
Gaylussacia luizae typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What type of soil does Gaylussacia luizae prefer?
Gaylussacia luizae prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soils.
Species in the Gaylussacia genus
Gaylussacia amazonica,
Gaylussacia amoena,
Gaylussacia angulata,
Gaylussacia angustifolia,
Gaylussacia arassatubensis,
Gaylussacia baccata,
Gaylussacia bigeloviana,
Gaylussacia brachycera,
Gaylussacia brasiliensis,
Gaylussacia buxifolia,
Gaylussacia caparoensis,
Gaylussacia caratuvensis,
Gaylussacia cardenasii,
Gaylussacia centunculifolia,
Gaylussacia chamissonis,
Gaylussacia ciliosa,
Gaylussacia cinerea,
Gaylussacia cordata,
Gaylussacia corvensis,
Gaylussacia decipiens,
Gaylussacia densa,
Gaylussacia dependens,
Gaylussacia duartei,
Gaylussacia dumosa,
Gaylussacia dumosa,
Gaylussacia elliptica,
Gaylussacia fasciculata,
Gaylussacia frondosa,
Gaylussacia gardneri,
Gaylussacia goyazensis,
Gaylussacia harleyi,
Gaylussacia hispida,
Gaylussacia incana,
Gaylussacia jordanensis,
Gaylussacia leptobotrys,
Gaylussacia linearifolia,
Gaylussacia loxensis,
Gaylussacia luizae,
Gaylussacia martii,
Gaylussacia montana,
Gaylussacia mosieri,
Gaylussacia nana,
Gaylussacia oleifolia,
Gaylussacia orocola,
Gaylussacia pallida,
Gaylussacia paranaensis,
Gaylussacia peruviana,
Gaylussacia pinifolia,
Gaylussacia pruinosa,
Gaylussacia pseudociliosa,
Species in the Ericaceae family