Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
holstii
ID:
834063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 221 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833398

Common Names

  • Aeollanthus holstii
  • Holst's Aeollanthus
  • Holst's Aeollanthuses

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Description

Aeollanthus holstii (also called 'Holst's Aeollanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the heather family. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It grows in dry to mesic forests, at elevations of 100–1,000 m (330–3,280 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Aeollanthus holstii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its large, waxy leaves and bright, colorful flowers. It is also used medicinally, as its leaves can be used to treat skin ailments and its roots can be used to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeollanthus holstii has small, yellow, cup-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeollanthus holstii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but will not tolerate temperatures below -5°C (23°F). When grown from seed, it can take up to two years to reach maturity. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Aeollanthus holstii

Aeollanthus holstii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Aeollanthus holstii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeollanthus holstii?

Aeollanthus holstii

What is the natural habitat of Aeollanthus holstii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the common name of Aeollanthus holstii?

Holst's Aeollanthus

Species in the Aeollanthus genus

Aeollanthus haumannii, Aeollanthus rydingianus, Aeollanthus abyssinicus, Aeollanthus alternatus, Aeollanthus ambustus, Aeollanthus angolensis, Aeollanthus angustifolius, Aeollanthus breviflorus, Aeollanthus buchnerianus, Aeollanthus candelabrum, Aeollanthus caudatus, Aeollanthus cucullatus, Aeollanthus densiflorus, Aeollanthus elsholtzioides, Aeollanthus engleri, Aeollanthus fruticosus, Aeollanthus holstii, Aeollanthus homblei, Aeollanthus lisowskii, Aeollanthus lobatus, Aeollanthus myrianthus, Aeollanthus namibiensis, Aeollanthus neglectus, Aeollanthus paradoxus, Aeollanthus parvifolius, Aeollanthus petiolatus, Aeollanthus pinnatifidus, Aeollanthus plicatus, Aeollanthus pubescens, Aeollanthus rehmannii, Aeollanthus repens, Aeollanthus rivularis, Aeollanthus saxatilis, Aeollanthus sedoides, Aeollanthus serpiculoides, Aeollanthus stuhlmannii, Aeollanthus suaveolens, Aeollanthus subacaulis, Aeollanthus subintegrus, Aeollanthus trifidus, Aeollanthus tuberosus, Aeollanthus ukamensis, Aeollanthus viscosus, Aeollanthus zanzibaricus,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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