Forchhammeria laxiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
692201
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 3: 168 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691534
Common Names
- Forchhammeria laxiflora
- Laxiflora Tree
- Laxiflora Wood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Forchhammeria laxiflora (also called Loose-flowered Forchhammeria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has an upright, bushy habit and is usually 2-3 m tall. Its leaves are dark green, oval-shaped and are arranged in whorls. It is found in moist, well-drained soils in forests and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Forchhammeria laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Forchhammeria laxiflora has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Forchhammeria laxiflora is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best to start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and transplant them outdoors after the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix.
Where to Find Forchhammeria laxiflora
Forchhammeria laxiflora is native to tropical Africa.
Forchhammeria laxiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Forchhammeria laxiflora?
Forchhammeria laxiflora
What is the common name of Forchhammeria laxiflora?
Forchhammeria laxiflora
What is the natural habitat of Forchhammeria laxiflora?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Forchhammeria genus
Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii,
Species in the Resedaceae family
Borthwickia trifoliata, Caylusea abyssinica, Caylusea hexagyna, Caylusea latifolia, Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii, Ochradenus spartioides, Ochradenus baccatus, Ochradenus arabicus, Ochradenus harsusiticus, Ochradenus somalensis, Ochradenus gifrii, Ochradenus socotranus, Oligomeris subulata, Oligomeris linifolia, Oligomeris dipetala, Oligomeris dregeana, Randonia africana, Reseda alba, Reseda alopecuros, Reseda alphonsi, Reseda amblyocarpa, Reseda arabica, Reseda anatolica, Reseda urnigera, Reseda tomentosa, Reseda undata, Reseda tymphaea, Reseda villosa, Reseda virgata, Reseda viridis, Reseda tefedestica, Reseda germanicopolitana, Reseda glauca, Reseda elata, Reseda duriaeana,
References
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:105277-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.