Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
parvula
ID:
223608

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Pabst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia xvi-xvii. Nos. 28-29, 132 (1955).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222937

Common Names

  • Lankesterella parvula
  • Parvula's Lankesterella
  • Parvula's Lankesterella

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Synonyms

  • Stenorrhynchos parvulum Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Lankesterella parvula (also called Dwarf starwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that typically grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Americas and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams. It has small, star-shaped flowers with white petals and yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Lankesterella parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or yellowish-white, fragrant, with 5 petals, about 2 cm in diameter. Seed: Brown, ovoid, about 2.5 mm in diameter. Seedlings: Cotyledons obovate, about 4 mm long, 2 mm wide, apex rounded.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lankesterella parvula is a small, herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is the easiest and quickest way to propagate this plant. Simply divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall and replant in new locations. Seeds can be sown in the spring in a moist, shady area. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until they germinate.

Where to Find Lankesterella parvula

Lankesterella parvula is native to West Africa. It is found in tropical rainforests and is available from nurseries and garden centers.

Lankesterella parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lankesterella parvula?

Lankesterella parvula

What type of plant is Lankesterella parvula?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae

Where is Lankesterella parvula native to?

It is native to tropical Africa

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-107859: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.