Description
Lagerstroemia anhuiensis (also called Lagerstroemia anhuiensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lythraceae. It is native to China. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lagerstroemia anhuiensis has small, pink flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagerstroemia anhuiensis is a shrub species native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seeds have germinated, the young plants can be transplanted to individual pots and grown in a well-draining, moist soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.