Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
laxiflorus
ID:
1063921

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 3: 332 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001063259

Common Names

  • Lisianthius laxiflorus
  • Lax-flowered Bluebell
  • Lax-flowered Lisianthius

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Description

Lisianthius laxiflorus (also called Lax-flowered lisianthius, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist, shady areas and has lanceolate leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lisianthius laxiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lisianthius laxiflorus is a yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lisianthius laxiflorus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size.

Where to Find Lisianthius laxiflorus

Lisianthius laxiflorus can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

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,

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