Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
capitulatus
ID:
224273

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 6: 511 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223603

Common Names

  • Headed Lasianthus
  • Capitulatus Lasianthus
  • Capitulatus Lasianthus

Searching for Lasianthus capitulatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Litosanthes capitulatus (Wight) Deb & M.Gangop. [valid]
  • Mephitidia capitulata Walp. [valid]
  • Nonatelia capitulata Kuntze [valid]

Description

Lasianthus capitulatus (also called Chinese Lasianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to China, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus capitulatus 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 capitulatus has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

Searching for Lasianthus capitulatus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus capitulatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lasianthus capitulatus

Lasianthus capitulatus is native to tropical Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Lasianthus capitulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus capitulatus?

Lasianthus capitulatus

What type of plant is Lasianthus capitulatus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Lasianthus capitulatus native to?

It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-108480: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.