Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
brasiliana
ID:
1306049

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Melo & M.Alves

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 40: 22 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318503

Common Names

  • Lacandonia brasiliana
  • Brazilian Lacandonia
  • Brasiliana Lacandonia

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Description

Lacandonia brasiliana (also called 'Brazilian Lacandonia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species native to Brazil. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks and wetlands, and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Lacandonia brasiliana is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lacandonia brasiliana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lacandonia brasiliana is a small, perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lacandonia brasiliana

Lacandonia brasiliana is native to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.

Lacandonia brasiliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lacandonia brasiliana?

Lacandonia brasiliana

What is the common name of Lacandonia brasiliana?

Unknown

Where is Lacandonia brasiliana found?

Brazil

Species in the Lacandonia genus

Species in the Triuridaceae family

Kihansia lovettii, Kihansia jengiensis, Kupea martinetugei, Kupea jonii, Lacandonia schismatica, Lacandonia brasiliana, Peltophyllum caudatum, Peltophyllum luteum, Sciaphila oligantha, Sciaphila polygyna, Sciaphila wariana, Sciaphila nana, Sciaphila densiflora, Sciaphila megastyla, Sciaphila micranthera, Sciaphila multiflora, Sciaphila papillosa, Sciaphila janthina, Sciaphila khasiana, Sciaphila ledermannii, Sciaphila winkleri, Sciaphila tosaensis, Sciaphila secundiflora, Sciaphila purpurea, Sciaphila quadribullifera, Sciaphila ramosa, Sciaphila schwackeana, Sciaphila tenella, Sciaphila thaidanica, Sciaphila picta, Sciaphila rubra, Sciaphila aneitensis, Sciaphila arfakiana, Sciaphila consimilis, Sciaphila corallophyton, Sciaphila corniculata, Sciaphila corymbosa, Sciaphila albescens, Sciaphila africana, Sciaphila arcuata, Sciaphila stellata, Sciaphila jianfenglingensis, Sciaphila betung-kerihunensis, Sciaphila brevistyla, Sciaphila inouei, Sciaphila alba, Sciaphila yakushimensis, Sciaphila perrieri, Sciaphila mwanihanensis, Sciaphila madagascariensis,

References

Marccus Vinicius da Silva Alves (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Alves' in the authors string.
Aline Melo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Melo' in the authors string.