Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
222443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 5: t. 415a (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221772

Common Names

  • Rusty Palm
  • Lachnostachys ferruginea
  • Rusty Lachnostachys

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Synonyms

  • Lachnostachys ferruginea acutifolia Munir [unknown]
  • Lachnostachys ferruginea obtusifolia Munir [unknown]
  • Lachnostachys ferruginea reticulata Munir [unknown]

Description

Lachnostachys ferruginea (also called Rusty-leaved Lachnostachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with ovate-oblong leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnostachys ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachnostachys ferruginea is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnostachys ferruginea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in a container or in the ground and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.

Where to Find Lachnostachys ferruginea

Lachnostachys ferruginea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Lachnostachys ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnostachys ferruginea?

Lachnostachys ferruginea

What is the common name of Lachnostachys ferruginea?

Lachnostachys ferruginea

What is the natural habitat of Lachnostachys ferruginea?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

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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