Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Buek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 11: 132 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358463
Common Names
- Lobostemon montanus
- Mountain Lobostemon
- Mountain-leaf Lobostemon
Synonyms
- Lobostemon sprengelianus H.Buek [unknown]
- Echium montanum (H.Buek) DC. & A.DC. [unknown]
- Echium sprengelianum DC. [unknown]
- Echium montanum DC. [unknown]
Description
Lobostemon montanus (also called Mountain Lobostemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist and shady areas of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lobostemon montanus is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lobostemon montanus is a small, yellow to orange flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lobostemon montanus is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Lobostemon montanus
Lobostemon montanus is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Lobostemon montanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobostemon montanus?
Lobostemon montanus
What is the common name of Lobostemon montanus?
Mountain Lobostemon
What is the growth habit of Lobostemon montanus?
It is an evergreen shrub with an upright, spreading habit.
Species in the Lobostemon genus
Lobostemon fruticosus,
Lobostemon paniculiformis,
Lobostemon montanus,
Lobostemon muirii,
Lobostemon paniculatus,
Lobostemon lucidus,
Lobostemon regulariflorus,
Lobostemon oederifolius,
Lobostemon glaber,
Lobostemon glaucophyllus,
Lobostemon gracilis,
Lobostemon hottentoticus,
Lobostemon marlothii,
Lobostemon laevigatus,
Lobostemon sanguineus,
Lobostemon stachydeus,
Lobostemon trichotomus,
Lobostemon trigonus,
Lobostemon strigosus,
Lobostemon echioides,
Lobostemon collinus,
Lobostemon curvifolius,
Lobostemon daltonii,
Lobostemon decorus,
Lobostemon argenteus,
Lobostemon cinereus,
Lobostemon belliformis,
Lobostemon capitatus,
Lobostemon oederiaefolius,
Lobostemon paniculiformis,
Lobostemon stachydeus,
Lobostemon trichotomus,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,