Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
lhotskyana
ID:
1315428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.DC.) Mez

Source:
ipni

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 269 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327882

Common Names

  • Stylogyne lhotskyana
  • Lhotsky's Stylogyne
  • Lhotsky's Stylogyne

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Description

Stylogyne lhotskyana (also called Lhotsky's Stylogyne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stylogyne lhotskyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stylogyne lhotskyana is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylogyne lhotskyana can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a pot filled with a mixture of soil, sand, and peat moss. The pot should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Stylogyne lhotskyana

Stylogyne lhotskyana can be found in the Amazon region, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Stylogyne lhotskyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylogyne lhotskyana?

Stylogyne lhotskyana

What type of plant is Stylogyne lhotskyana?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Stylogyne lhotskyana found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.