Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
batangensis
ID:
224240

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 107 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223570

Common Names

  • Batang Lasianthus
  • Batangensis Lasianthus
  • Batangensis Lasianthus

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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus gilletii De Wild. [valid]
  • Lasianthus gilletii seretii De Wild. [valid]
  • Lasianthus guineensis A.Chev. [invalid]
  • Lasianthus mannii Wernham [valid]
  • Lasianthus mayumbensis R.D.Good [valid]
  • Lasianthus seseensis M.Taylor [valid]
  • Lasianthus batangensis longipetiolatus K.Schum. [valid]
  • Lasianthus africanus mayumbensis (R.D.Good) Jannerup [valid]

Description

Lasianthus batangensis (also called Batangensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from Thailand to the Philippines and Indonesia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus batangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used to make a tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasianthus batangensis has a bright white flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus batangensis is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Lasianthus batangensis

Lasianthus batangensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Lasianthus batangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus batangensis?

Lasianthus batangensis

What is the common name of Lasianthus batangensis?

Batang Lasianthus

What is the family of Lasianthus batangensis?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Lasianthus genus

Lasianthus acuminatissimus, Lasianthus acuminatus, Lasianthus acutatus, Lasianthus africanus, Lasianthus angustifolius, Lasianthus annamicus, Lasianthus apiocarpus, Lasianthus appressus, Lasianthus aristatus, Lasianthus attenuatus, Lasianthus austrosinensis, Lasianthus bahorucanus, Lasianthus barbiger, Lasianthus batangensis, Lasianthus bicolor, Lasianthus biermannii, Lasianthus biflorus, Lasianthus blumeanus, Lasianthus borneensis, Lasianthus bracteolatus, Lasianthus burmanicus, Lasianthus caeruleus, Lasianthus calycinus, Lasianthus cambodianus, Lasianthus capitatus, Lasianthus capitulatus, Lasianthus cereiflorus, Lasianthus chartaceus, Lasianthus chevalieri, Lasianthus chinensis, Lasianthus chlorocarpus, Lasianthus chryseus, Lasianthus chrysocaulis, Lasianthus chrysoneurus, Lasianthus chrysophyllus, Lasianthus chrysotrichus, Lasianthus chunii, Lasianthus ciliatus, Lasianthus cinereus, Lasianthus clementis, Lasianthus coffeoides, Lasianthus congesticymus, Lasianthus conspicuus, Lasianthus constrictus, Lasianthus cordatus, Lasianthus coronatus, Lasianthus crinitus, Lasianthus curtisii, Lasianthus cyanocarpoides, Lasianthus cyanocarpus,

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,

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