Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolatum
ID:
340531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 546 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339863

Common Names

  • Aneilema lanceolatum
  • Lance-Shaped Aneilema
  • Lance-Shaped False Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Aneilema lanceolatum pilosum Brenan [unknown]
  • Aneilema tacazzeanum Baker [illegitimate]
  • Lamprodithyros lanceolatus Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Aneilema lanceolatum (also called lance-leaved aneilema, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has long, narrow leaves with pointed tips, and its flowers are small and yellow. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aneilema lanceolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a variety of herbal teas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aneilema lanceolatum sub. lanceolatum
Aneilema lanceolatum sub. subnudum (A.Chev.) J.K.Morton

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aneilema lanceolatum has yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aneilema lanceolatum is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aneilema lanceolatum

Aneilema lanceolatum can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Aneilema lanceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aneilema lanceolatum?

Aneilema lanceolatum

What is the family of Aneilema lanceolatum?

Commelinaceae

What is the common name of Aneilema lanceolatum?

Lanceolate Aneilema

Species in the Aneilema genus

Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense, Aneilema lanceolatum, Aneilema leiocaule, Aneilema longicapsum, Aneilema longirrhizum, Aneilema macrorrhizum, Aneilema mortonii, Aneilema neocaledonicum, Aneilema nicholsonii, Aneilema nyasense, Aneilema obbiadense, Aneilema paludosum, Aneilema pedunculosum, Aneilema petersii, Aneilema plagiocapsum, Aneilema pomeridianum, Aneilema pusillum, Aneilema recurvatum, Aneilema rendlei, Aneilema richardsiae, Aneilema schlechteri, Aneilema sclerocarpum, Aneilema sebitense, Aneilema setiferum, Aneilema siliculosum,

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-220083: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.