Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
crenulata
ID:
1322538

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maingay ex C.B.Clarke) K.M.Wong & Sugumaran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 64: 492 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334992

Common Names

  • Limahlania crenulata
  • Crenulate Limahlania
  • Crenulate-Leaf Limahlania

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Description

Limahlania crenulata (also called Crenulate Limahlania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant, and the fruits are small, round, and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Limahlania crenulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limahlania crenulata is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round in shape. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limahlania crenulata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Limahlania crenulata

Limahlania crenulata is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Limahlania crenulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limahlania crenulata?

Limahlania crenulata

What is the common name of Limahlania crenulata?

Crenulate Limahlania

What type of plant is Limahlania crenulata?

Limahlania crenulata is a herb

Species in the Limahlania genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Alexander Carroll Maingay (1836-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maingay' in the authors string.
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
M. Sugumaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugumaran' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125359-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.