Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 9(225: 1): 135. 1978
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309689
Common Names
- Sertifera lehmanniana
- Lehmanniana Sertifera
- Lehmanniana Orangebell
Synonyms
- Diothonea lehmanniana Kraenzl. [unknown]
Description
Sertifera lehmanniana (also called Lehmann's Sertifera, among many other common names) is a small shrub with yellow flowers native to Central and South America. It typically grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Sertifera lehmanniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a houseplant because of its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in bonsai cultivation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sertifera lehmanniana has small yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sertifera lehmanniana is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a cold frame. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a sunny position.
Where to Find Sertifera lehmanniana
Sertifera lehmanniana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Sertifera lehmanniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sertifera lehmanniana?
Sertifera lehmanniana
What is the common name of Sertifera lehmanniana?
Tree
What is the natural habitat of Sertifera lehmanniana?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
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Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
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Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
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