Labisia posthumusiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
posthumusiana
ID:
444472
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sunarno
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12: 121 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443804
Common Names
- Labisia posthumusiana
- Posthumus' Labisia
- Posthumus' Velvet Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Labisia posthumusiana (also called Posthumusiana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas and on roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Labisia posthumusiana 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 posthumusiana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Labisia posthumusiana is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Labisia posthumusiana
Labisia posthumusiana can be found in tropical rainforests in South East Asia.
Labisia posthumusiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Labisia posthumusiana?
Labisia posthumusiana
What are the common names of Labisia posthumusiana?
Posthumus's labisia
What is the natural habitat of Labisia posthumusiana?
It is found in moist forests and along streams and rivers
Species in the Labisia genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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References
Bambang Sunarno (1949-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sunarno' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20007109-1: Based on the initial data import