Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubiginosa
ID:
1048588

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pers.) G.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 831 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047926

Common Names

  • Lyonia rubiginosa
  • Rusty Lyonia
  • Rusty Staggerbush

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Description

Lyonia rubiginosa (also called Rusty Lyonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 6-10 feet (2-3 m) tall. It is native to the eastern United States, from Florida to Maine, and is found in dry, rocky areas, such as woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lyonia rubiginosa is a flowering shrub native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make tea. The tea is said to have calming effects and can be used to treat stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lyonia rubiginosa has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lyonia rubiginosa is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Lyonia rubiginosa

Lyonia rubiginosa can be found in the temperate forests of North America.

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