Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laotica
ID:
1329912

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pit.) Wangwasit & Chantar.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 206: 51 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342366

Common Names

  • Hedyotis laotica
  • Laotica Hedyotis
  • Hedyotis Laotica

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Description

Hedyotis laotica (also called Laotian Hedyotis, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant, native to Laos. It has small white flowers and grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Hedyotis laotica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. Its flowers are edible and can be used to make tea and other beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedyotis laotica is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedyotis laotica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is best planted in spring and can be grown in pots or containers.

Where to Find Hedyotis laotica

Hedyotis laotica is found in Laos.

Hedyotis laotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedyotis laotica?

Hedyotis laotica

What type of plant is Hedyotis laotica?

Perennial herb

Where does Hedyotis laotica grow?

Laos

Species in the Hedyotis genus

Hedyotis bahaii, Hedyotis wangii, Hedyotis yazhouensis, Hedyotis shenzhenensis, Hedyotis nairii, Hedyotis cheniana, Hedyotis wuzhishanensis, Hedyotis kottangathattiensis, Hedyotis xinyiensis, Hedyotis acutangula, Hedyotis aimiriikensis, Hedyotis albonerva, Hedyotis articularis, Hedyotis atropurpurea, Hedyotis bambusetorum, Hedyotis baotingensis, Hedyotis barberi, Hedyotis beddomei, Hedyotis benguetensis, Hedyotis bourdillonii, Hedyotis brachyantha, Hedyotis bracteosa, Hedyotis buxifolia, Hedyotis cagayanensis, Hedyotis camarinensis, Hedyotis cantoniensis, Hedyotis cardiophylla, Hedyotis catanduanensis, Hedyotis cathayana, Hedyotis caudata, Hedyotis caudatifolia, Hedyotis cinereoviridis, Hedyotis communis, Hedyotis coprosmoides, Hedyotis cornifolia, Hedyotis cryptantha, Hedyotis cushingiae, Hedyotis cyanantha, Hedyotis cyanescens, Hedyotis decora, Hedyotis dendroides, Hedyotis devicolamensis, Hedyotis diffusissima, Hedyotis divaricata, Hedyotis edanoii, Hedyotis effusa, Hedyotis equisetiformis, Hedyotis eualata, Hedyotis eucapitata, Hedyotis evenia,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.
Khanit Wangwasit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wangwasit' in the authors string.
Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.