Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lanata
ID:
457404

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) T.Durand & Schinz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Consp. Fl. Afric. 5: 239 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456736

Common Names

  • Lanaria lanata
  • Lanata Lanaria
  • Lanaria of Lanata

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Synonyms

  • Dilatris hexandra Lam. [unknown]
  • Lanaria plumosa Aiton [unknown]
  • Hyacinthus lanatus L. [unknown]
  • Argolasia capensis J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Argolasia lanata (L.) Lam. ex Poir. [unknown]
  • Argolasia plumosa (Aiton) Juss. [unknown]
  • Lanaria lanata (L.) Druce [unknown]

Description

Lanaria lanata (also called Lanaria, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen climber native to India. It grows in moist, tropical forests and has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, round, yellowish-green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Lanaria lanata is used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lanaria lanata has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lanaria lanata can be propagated by stem cuttings or by layering. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C (25°F).

Where to Find Lanaria lanata

Lanaria lanata is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Lanaria lanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lanaria lanata?

Lanaria lanata

What is the common name of Lanaria lanata?

Woolly Lanaria

What is the natural habitat of Lanaria lanata?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Lanaria genus

Species in the Lanariaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-251718: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.