Status:
valid
Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 2: 306 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366673
Common Names
- Lagerstroemia ovalifolia
- Ovalifolia Lagerstroemia
- Lagerstroemia
Synonyms
- Murtughas ovalifolia Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia (also called Oval-Leaved Lagerstroemia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or small tree with a rounded crown. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in open forests, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Lagerstroemia ovalifolia
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia is found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia FAQ
What is the common name of Lagerstroemia ovalifolia?
Oval-leaved Lagerstroemia
What is the natural habitat of Lagerstroemia ovalifolia?
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia is found in dry, rocky areas in Australia.
What is the flowering season of Lagerstroemia ovalifolia?
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia typically flowers in late spring and early summer.
Species in the Lagerstroemia genus
Lagerstroemia pustulata,
Lagerstroemia pterosepala,
Lagerstroemia petiolaris,
Lagerstroemia parviflora,
Lagerstroemia ovalifolia,
Lagerstroemia noei,
Lagerstroemia minuticarpa,
Lagerstroemia undulata,
Lagerstroemia subangulata,
Lagerstroemia spireana,
Lagerstroemia speciosa,
Lagerstroemia thomsonii,
Lagerstroemia microcarpa,
Lagerstroemia gagnepainii,
Lagerstroemia floribunda,
Lagerstroemia engleriana,
Lagerstroemia duperreana,
Lagerstroemia macrocarpa,
Lagerstroemia loudonii,
Lagerstroemia lecomtei,
Lagerstroemia langkawiensis,
Lagerstroemia indica,
Lagerstroemia hypoleuca,
Lagerstroemia amabilis,
Lagerstroemia cochinchinensis,
Lagerstroemia celebica,
Lagerstroemia calyculata,
Lagerstroemia tomentosa,
Lagerstroemia limii,
Lagerstroemia caudata,
Lagerstroemia venusta,
Lagerstroemia villosa,
Lagerstroemia guilinensis,
Lagerstroemia fordii,
Lagerstroemia micrantha,
Lagerstroemia suprareticulata,
Lagerstroemia glabra,
Lagerstroemia stenopetala,
Lagerstroemia excelsa,
Lagerstroemia subcostata,
Lagerstroemia lanceolata,
Lagerstroemia anhuiensis,
Lagerstroemia paniculata,
Lagerstroemia menglaensis,
Lagerstroemia huamotensis,
Lagerstroemia kratiensis,
Lagerstroemia vanosii,
Lagerstroemia densa,
Lagerstroemia densiflora,
Species in the Lythraceae family
Adenaria floribunda,
Ammannia aegyptiaca,
Ammannia alternifolia,
Ammannia anagalloides,
Ammannia aspera,
Ammannia auriculata,
Ammannia baccifera,
Ammannia coccinea,
Ammannia cordata,
Ammannia crassicaulis,
Ammannia crinipes,
Ammannia debilis,
Ammannia desertorum,
Ammannia dodecandra,
Ammannia elata,
Ammannia gracilis,
Ammannia latifolia,
Ammannia linearipetala,
Ammannia loandensis,
Ammannia multiflora,
Ammannia myriophylloides,
Ammannia nagpurensis,
Ammannia octandra,
Ammannia passerinoides,
Ammannia prieuriana,
Ammannia prostrata,
Ammannia quadriciliata,
Ammannia robusta,
Ammannia sarcophylla,
Ammannia schaeferi,
Ammannia senegalensis,
Ammannia triflora,
Ammannia uniflora,
Ammannia urceolata,
Ammannia verticillata,
Ammannia wormskioldii,
Ammannia calcicola,
Ammannia heterophylla,
Ammannia pauciramosa,
Ammannia pubescens,
Ammannia praetermissa,
Ammannia andongensis,
Ammannia angolensis,
Ammannia angustifolia,
Ammannia arnhemica,
Ammannia aurita,
Ammannia baumii,
Ammannia bequaertii,
Ammannia brevistyla,
Ammannia burttii,