Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
lasiocalycina
ID:
229612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 231 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228942

Common Names

  • Lippia lasiocalycina
  • Lasiocalycina Lippia
  • Hairy-fruited Lippia

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Description

Lippia lasiocalycina (also called Lasiocalyx Lippia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in open fields, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lippia lasiocalycina has been used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also known to have antioxidant properties and can be used to treat digestive problems and reduce fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lippia lasiocalycina is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lippia lasiocalycina is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1.5 m. It is native to Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Lippia lasiocalycina

Lippia lasiocalycina is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Lippia lasiocalycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lippia lasiocalycina?

Lippia lasiocalycina

What is the common name of Lippia lasiocalycina?

Lasiocalycina Lippia

What is the family of Lippia lasiocalycina?

Verbenaceae

Species in the Lippia genus

Lippia aberrans, Lippia abyssinica, Lippia acuminata, Lippia acutidens, Lippia alba, Lippia alnifolia, Lippia americana, Lippia angustifolia, Lippia antaica, Lippia appendiculata, Lippia arechavaletae, Lippia aristata, Lippia asperrima, Lippia balansae, Lippia baumii, Lippia bellatula, Lippia bicolor, Lippia brachypoda, Lippia bracteosa, Lippia bradei, Lippia bromleyana, Lippia burtonii, Lippia callensi, Lippia campestris, Lippia cardiostegia, Lippia carviodora, Lippia chevalierii, Lippia chiapasensis, Lippia chrysantha, Lippia coarctata, Lippia coriacea, Lippia corymbosa, Lippia culmenicola, Lippia dauensis, Lippia domingensis, Lippia durangensis, Lippia ekmanii, Lippia elliptica, Lippia eupatorium, Lippia fastigiata, Lippia felippei, Lippia ferruginea, Lippia filifolia, Lippia fissicalyx, Lippia flavida, Lippia florida, Lippia formosa, Lippia fragrans, Lippia gardneriana, Lippia gehrtii,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:863694-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].