Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Walln.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 105: 542 (2003 publ. 2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367412
Common Names
- Lissocarpa kating
- Kating's Lissocarpa
- Lissocarpa Kating
Description
Lissocarpa kating (also called 'Kating Lissocarpa', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is typically found in moist areas, such as near streams, and can grow up to 15 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are bell-shaped and blue in color.
Uses & Benefits
Lissocarpa kating is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The flowers of this plant are used in traditional medicines to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lissocarpa kating are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lissocarpa kating is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Lissocarpa kating
Lissocarpa kating is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Lissocarpa kating FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lissocarpa kating?
Lissocarpa kating
What is the family of Lissocarpa kating?
Orchidaceae
What are the common names of Lissocarpa kating?
No common names
Species in the Lissocarpa genus
Species in the Ebenaceae family
Diospyros abyssinica,
Diospyros acapulcensis,
Diospyros acocksii,
Diospyros acris,
Diospyros aculeata,
Diospyros acuminata,
Diospyros acuta,
Diospyros addita,
Diospyros adenophora,
Diospyros adiensis,
Diospyros aequoris,
Diospyros affinis,
Diospyros aifatensis,
Diospyros alatella,
Diospyros albiflora,
Diospyros alboflavescens,
Diospyros alisu,
Diospyros alpina,
Diospyros amabi,
Diospyros amanap,
Diospyros amaniensis,
Diospyros amboinensis,
Diospyros analamerensis,
Diospyros andamanica,
Diospyros angulata,
Diospyros anisandra,
Diospyros anisocalyx,
Diospyros anitae,
Diospyros ankifiensis,
Diospyros anosivolensis,
Diospyros apeibocarpos,
Diospyros apiculata,
Diospyros areolata,
Diospyros areolifolia,
Diospyros argentea,
Diospyros armata,
Diospyros artanthifolia,
Diospyros arupaj,
Diospyros atrata,
Diospyros atrotricha,
Diospyros attenuata,
Diospyros aurea,
Diospyros australis,
Diospyros balansae,
Diospyros balfouriana,
Diospyros baloen-ldjoek,
Diospyros bambuseti,
Diospyros bangkana,
Diospyros bangoiensis,
Diospyros baranensis,