Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
lanatum
ID:
328582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 659 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327914

Common Names

  • Lanatum Trichostema
  • Woolly Bluecurls
  • Woolly Wild Petunia

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Synonyms

  • Trichostema lanatum denudatum A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Trichostema lanatum (also called 'Woolly Trichostema', among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, blue flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests, as well as in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichostema lanatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichostema lanatum are small, white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichostema lanatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Trichostema lanatum

Trichostema lanatum can be found in the southwestern United States.

Trichostema lanatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichostema lanatum?

Trichostema lanatum

What is the common name of Trichostema lanatum?

Woolly Trichostema

What is the natural habitat of Trichostema lanatum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208481: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.