Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stahlii
ID:
1231287

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. (Urban). 5(3): 453. 1908 [20 May 1908]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001230625

Common Names

  • Stahl's Staggerbush
  • Stahlii Lyonia
  • Stahl's Lyonia

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Description

Lyonia stahlii (also called 'Stahl's 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 the southeastern United States, and is found in moist, shady forests and wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lyonia stahlii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lyonia stahlii var. costata (Urb.) Judd

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lyonia stahlii 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 stahlii is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the summer. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and placed in a moist medium such as perlite, vermiculite, or sand.

Where to Find Lyonia stahlii

Lyonia stahlii 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 stahlii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lyonia stahlii?

Lyonia stahlii

What type of plant is Lyonia stahlii?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Lyonia stahlii native to?

Southeastern 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