Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buchii
ID:
1231186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 8: 515 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001230524

Common Names

  • Buch's Staggerbush
  • Buch's Fetterbush
  • Buch's Leatherwood

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Description

Lyonia buchii (also called Buch's staggerbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 10 feet tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in coastal areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lyonia buchii is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lyonia buchii are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, brown and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lyonia buchii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 6 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Lyonia buchii

Lyonia buchii can be found in the Himalayas, India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Lyonia buchii FAQ

What is Lyonia buchii's common name?

Buch's staggerbush

What is the scientific name of Lyonia buchii?

Lyonia buchii

What is the natural habitat of Lyonia buchii?

Dry woods, hammocks, and scrubby flatwoods

Species in the Lyonia genus

Lyonia acuminata, Lyonia acutifolia, Lyonia affinis, Lyonia alainii, Lyonia alpina, Lyonia angulata, Lyonia arborea, Lyonia axillaris, Lyonia buchii, Lyonia calyculata, Lyonia catesbaei, Lyonia chapaensis, Lyonia compta, Lyonia cryptogonia, Lyonia darrasiana, Lyonia doyonensis, Lyonia ekmanii, Lyonia elata, Lyonia eleta, Lyonia elliptica, Lyonia elongata, Lyonia ferruginea, Lyonia floribunda, Lyonia foliosa, Lyonia frondosa, Lyonia fruticosa, Lyonia glandulosa, Lyonia grayana, Lyonia heptamera, Lyonia jamaicensis, Lyonia latifolia, Lyonia leonis, Lyonia ligustrina, Lyonia longelaminata, Lyonia longipes, Lyonia lucida, Lyonia macrocalyx, Lyonia macrophylla, Lyonia maestrensis, Lyonia mariana, Lyonia microcarpa, Lyonia multiflora, Lyonia myrsinifolia, Lyonia myrtilloides, Lyonia nana, Lyonia neziki, Lyonia nipensis, Lyonia obtusa, Lyonia octandra, Lyonia ovalifolia,

Species in the Ericaceae family