Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
megapotamica
ID:
223930

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Tronc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 18: 326 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223259

Common Names

  • White lantana
  • Mega lantana
  • Silver lantana

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Description

Lantana megapotamica (also called 'Megapotamian Lantana', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and clusters of small, colorful flowers. It grows in full sun in well-drained soil, and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Uses & Benefits

Lantana megapotamica is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lantana megapotamica are small, yellow-orange, and tubular-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a yellow-orange flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lantana megapotamica is a perennial shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and regular watering. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Lantana megapotamica

Lantana megapotamica is native to tropical Africa and is found in Angola, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Lantana megapotamica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lantana megapotamica?

Lantana megapotamica

What is the common name of Lantana megapotamica?

Megapotamica Lantana

What is the natural habitat of Lantana megapotamica?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Lantana genus

Lantana achyranthifolia, Lantana alainii, Lantana amoena, Lantana angolensis, Lantana angustibracteata, Lantana angustifolia, Lantana aristeguietae, Lantana bahamensis, Lantana balansae, Lantana balsamifera, Lantana boyacana, Lantana buchii, Lantana caatingensis, Lantana camara, Lantana canescens, Lantana caracasana, Lantana chiapasensis, Lantana ciferriana, Lantana coimbrensis, Lantana colombiana, Lantana cordatibracteata, Lantana cujabensis, Lantana demutata, Lantana depressa, Lantana dinteri, Lantana ebrenbergiana, Lantana elenievskii, Lantana entrerriensis, Lantana exarata, Lantana ferreyrae, Lantana flava, Lantana floridana, Lantana fucata, Lantana glaziovii, Lantana grisebachii, Lantana grossiserrata, Lantana hatoensis, Lantana haughtii, Lantana hirsuta, Lantana hirta, Lantana hodgei, Lantana horrida, Lantana humuliformis, Lantana hypoleuca, Lantana indica, Lantana insularis, Lantana involucrata, Lantana jaliscana, Lantana jamaicensis, Lantana kingii,

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

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Nélida Sara Troncoso (1914-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tronc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:135245-2: 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].