Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
lamprophylla
ID:
1317588

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.L.Xiang & E.D.Liu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 50: 578 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330042

Common Names

  • Elsholtzia Lamprophylla
  • Lamprophylla's Elsholtzia
  • Lamprophylla Elsholtzia

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Description

Elsholtzia lamprophylla (also called Elsholtzia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Elsholtzia lamprophylla is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Elsholtzia lamprophylla are white or yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elsholtzia lamprophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Elsholtzia lamprophylla

Elsholtzia lamprophylla can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, particularly in China and Vietnam.

Elsholtzia lamprophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elsholtzia lamprophylla?

Elsholtzia lamprophylla

What is the natural habitat of Elsholtzia lamprophylla?

Moist forests and grasslands

What is the distribution range of Elsholtzia lamprophylla?

Southern China and Southeast Asia

Species in the Elsholtzia genus

Elsholtzia amurensis, Elsholtzia angustifolia, Elsholtzia argyi, Elsholtzia beddomei, Elsholtzia blanda, Elsholtzia bodinieri, Elsholtzia capituligera, Elsholtzia cephalantha, Elsholtzia ciliata, Elsholtzia communis, Elsholtzia concinna, Elsholtzia cyprianii, Elsholtzia densa, Elsholtzia eriocalyx, Elsholtzia eriostachya, Elsholtzia feddei, Elsholtzia flava, Elsholtzia fruticosa, Elsholtzia glabra, Elsholtzia griffithii, Elsholtzia heterophylla, Elsholtzia hunanensis, Elsholtzia kachinensis, Elsholtzia luteola, Elsholtzia minima, Elsholtzia myosurus, Elsholtzia nipponica, Elsholtzia ochroleuca, Elsholtzia oldhamii, Elsholtzia penduliflora, Elsholtzia pilosa, Elsholtzia pubescens, Elsholtzia pygmaea, Elsholtzia rugulosa, Elsholtzia serotina, Elsholtzia souliei, Elsholtzia splendens, Elsholtzia stachyodes, Elsholtzia stauntonii, Elsholtzia strobilifera, Elsholtzia winitiana, Elsholtzia lamprophylla, Elsholtzia litangensis,

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,

References

En De Liu (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.D.Liu' in the authors string.
Chun Lei Xiang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Xiang' in the authors string.