Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squamulosa
ID:
1048479

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Martens & Galeotti

Source:
tro

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Roy. Sci. Bruxelles 9(2): 542 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047817

Common Names

  • Scaly Lyonia
  • Lyonia squamulosa
  • Scaly Waxflower

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Description

Lyonia squamulosa (also called 'Scaly Lyonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean islands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas at high altitudes.

Uses & Benefits

Lyonia squamulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lyonia squamulosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny berry. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lyonia squamulosa is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Lyonia squamulosa

Lyonia squamulosa is found in the eastern United States.

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

References

Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.