Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jamaicensis
ID:
1231296

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) D.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 17: 159 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001230634

Common Names

  • Jamaican Lyonia
  • Jamaicensis Lyonia
  • Jamaican Staggerbush

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Description

Lyonia jamaicensis (also called 'Jamaican staggerbush', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is a shrub that grows to a height of 1.5 to 3 meters and has leathery, dark green leaves. It is native to Jamaica, and is found in moist, shady forests and wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lyonia jamaicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lyonia jamaicensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lyonia jamaicensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Lyonia jamaicensis

Lyonia jamaicensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is commonly found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Lyonia jamaicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lyonia jamaicensis?

Lyonia jamaicensis

What is the common name of Lyonia jamaicensis?

Jamaican Staggerbush

What is the natural habitat of Lyonia jamaicensis?

Dry sandy woods, scrub, and thickets

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