Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
lachnosphaerium
ID:
1321203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Epling) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 31 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333657


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Description

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium (also called the Lachnosphaerium Mesosphaerum, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and lanceolate leaves native to western North America. It is found in vernal pools, wet meadows, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium has yellow flowers with white centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium is a perennial herb that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium?

Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium

What is the common name of Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium?

Lachnosphaerium Mesosphaerum

What is the natural habitat of Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium?

Tropical and subtropical wetlands

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

Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.