Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
subfalcata
ID:
367444

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Barlow

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 88: 141 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366776

Common Names

  • Lysiana subfalcata
  • Subfalcata Lysiana
  • Lysiana

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus subfalcatus Hook. [unknown]
  • Loranthus exocarpi subfalcatus (Hook.) Domin [unknown]
  • Loranthus exocarpi venulosus Blakely [unknown]

Description

Lysiana subfalcata (also called Sickle-leaved Lysiana, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Australia. It has sickle-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in sandy or loamy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lysiana subfalcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lysiana subfalcata are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysiana subfalcata is a shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 1 m apart.

Where to Find Lysiana subfalcata

Lysiana subfalcata is native to Australia and can be found in the coastal areas of the continent.

Lysiana subfalcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysiana subfalcata?

Lysiana subfalcata

What are the common names of Lysiana subfalcata?

Subfalcate Lysiana

What is the hardiness zone of Lysiana subfalcata?

7-10

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Bryan Alwyn Barlow (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barlow' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:550445-1: Based on the initial data import