Status:
valid
Authors:
Mulyan. & Ridsdale
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 12: 107 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336232
Common Names
- Hypobathrum lancifolium
- Lancifolium Hypobathrum
- Lance-leaved Hypobathrum
Synonyms
- Petunga lanceolata Korth. [valid]
Description
Hypobathrum lancifolium (also called Lance-leaved Hypobathrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central America and is found in lowland and montane rainforests. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white.
Uses & Benefits
Hypobathrum lancifolium is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypobathrum lancifolium has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypobathrum lancifolium is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Once seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Hypobathrum lancifolium
Hypobathrum lancifolium is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Hypobathrum lancifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypobathrum lancifolium?
Hypobathrum lancifolium
What is the family of Hypobathrum lancifolium?
Acanthaceae
What is the common name of Hypobathrum lancifolium?
Lanceleaf Hypobathrum
Species in the Hypobathrum genus
Hypobathrum brevipes,
Hypobathrum frutescens,
Hypobathrum hoaense,
Hypobathrum longifolium,
Hypobathrum microcarpum,
Hypobathrum parviflorum,
Hypobathrum racemosum,
Hypobathrum salicinum,
Hypobathrum venulosum,
Hypobathrum bangueyense,
Hypobathrum caudifolium,
Hypobathrum collinum,
Hypobathrum coniferum,
Hypobathrum coniocarpum,
Hypobathrum ellipticifolium,
Hypobathrum glaberrimum,
Hypobathrum glabrum,
Hypobathrum gracile,
Hypobathrum hirtum,
Hypobathrum lancifolium,
Hypobathrum lithophilum,
Hypobathrum palustre,
Hypobathrum rheophyticum,
Hypobathrum riparium,
Hypobathrum rufidulum,
Hypobathrum sampitense,
Hypobathrum subulatum,
Hypobathrum purpuricarpum,
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
Tri Mulyaningsih: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mulyan.' in the authors string.