Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 1: 76 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443789
Common Names
- Labisia ovalifolia
- Oval-Leaved Labisia
- Oval-Leaved Labisia
Description
Labisia ovalifolia (also called 'Oval-leaved Mountain-heath', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, leathery leaves. It is native to the mountains of Europe, and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Labisia ovalifolia is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Labisia ovalifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Labisia ovalifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Labisia ovalifolia
Labisia ovalifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and is found in wetland habitats.
Labisia ovalifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Labisia ovalifolia?
Labisia ovalifolia
What is the common name of Labisia ovalifolia?
Ovalifolia Labisia
What is the natural habitat of Labisia ovalifolia?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Labisia genus
Labisia acuta,
Labisia ovalifolia,
Labisia obtusifolia,
Labisia alata,
Labisia longistyla,
Labisia sumatrensis,
Labisia steenisiana,
Labisia smaragdina,
Labisia sessilifolia,
Labisia posthumusiana,
Labisia serrulata,
Labisia pumila,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,