Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27: 348 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568585
Common Names
- Tapeinochilos lauterbachii
- Lauterbachii Climbing Lily
- Lauterbachii Lily
Description
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii (also called Lauterbach's Tapeinochilos, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, white flowers and is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii is a hardy, evergreen, perennial climber that is native to Madagascar. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tapeinochilos lauterbachii
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapeinochilos lauterbachii?
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii
What is the family of Tapeinochilos lauterbachii?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Tapeinochilos lauterbachii?
Lauterbach's Tapeinochilos
Species in the Tapeinochilos genus
Tapeinochilos acaulis,
Tapeinochilos ananassae,
Tapeinochilos beccarii,
Tapeinochilos dahlii,
Tapeinochilos densus,
Tapeinochilos fissilabrum,
Tapeinochilos globiceps,
Tapeinochilos hollrungii,
Tapeinochilos lauterbachii,
Tapeinochilos naumannii,
Tapeinochilos piniformis,
Tapeinochilos pubescens,
Tapeinochilos recurvatus,
Tapeinochilos spectabilis,
Tapeinochilos tomentosum,
Tapeinochilos versteegii,
Species in the Costaceae family
Chamaecostus congestiflorus,
Chamaecostus curcumoides,
Chamaecostus cuspidatus,
Chamaecostus fragilis,
Chamaecostus fusiformis,
Chamaecostus lanceolatus,
Chamaecostus subsessilis,
Chamaecostus acaulis,
Costus acanthocephalus,
Costus acreanus,
Costus adolphi-friderici,
Costus afer,
Costus allenii,
Costus amazonicus,
Costus arabicus,
Costus asplundii,
Costus asteranthus,
Costus barbatus,
Costus beckii,
Costus bicolor,
Costus bracteatus,
Costus chartaceus,
Costus chrysocephalus,
Costus claviger,
Costus clemensae,
Costus comosus,
Costus cordatus,
Costus cupreifolius,
Costus curvibracteatus,
Costus dendrophilus,
Costus dinklagei,
Costus dirzoi,
Costus dubius,
Costus erythrocoryne,
Costus erythrophyllus,
Costus erythrothyrsus,
Costus fortalezae,
Costus gabonensis,
Costus geothyrsus,
Costus giganteus,
Costus glaucus,
Costus guanaiensis,
Costus juruanus,
Costus laevis,
Costus lasius,
Costus lateriflorus,
Costus ledermannii,
Costus leucanthus,
Costus ligularis,
Costus lima,