Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 6: 33 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228213
Common Names
- Lisianthius capitatus
- Capitatus Lisianthius
- Capitatus Lisanthius
Description
Lisianthius capitatus (also called 'Capitate Lisianthius', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is commonly found in dry, open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lisianthius capitatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lisianthius capitatus has white flowers with yellow centers and a five-lobed calyx. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lisianthius capitatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Lisianthius capitatus
Lisianthius capitatus can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Lisianthius genus
Lisianthius perkinsiae,
Lisianthius skinneri,
Lisianthius seemanii,
Lisianthius auratus,
Lisianthius auriculatus,
Lisianthius calciphilus,
Lisianthius glandulosus,
Lisianthius laxiflorus,
Lisianthius jefensis,
Lisianthius peduncularis,
Lisianthius seemannii,
Lisianthius axillaris,
Lisianthius brevidentatus,
Lisianthius nigrescens,
Lisianthius saponarioides,
Lisianthius viscidiflorus,
Lisianthius oreopolus,
Lisianthius quichensis,
Lisianthius weaveri,
Lisianthius habuensis,
Lisianthius aurantiacus,
Lisianthius spathulatus,
Lisianthius longifolius,
Lisianthius cuspidatus,
Lisianthius meianthus,
Lisianthius silenifolius,
Lisianthius adamsii,
Lisianthius troyanus,
Lisianthius latifolius,
Lisianthius domingensis,
Lisianthius cordifolius,
Lisianthius exsertus,
Lisianthius umbellatus,
Lisianthius capitatus,
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,