Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cereiflorus
ID:
224276

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.A.Bruce

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1936: 480 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223606

Common Names

  • Wax-flowered Lasianthus
  • Cereiflorus Lasianthus
  • Cereiflorus Lasianthus

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Description

Lasianthus cereiflorus (also called 'Cereiflorus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland forests to mountain forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus cereiflorus is a popular ornamental plant, as it has attractive white flowers and glossy green foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasianthus cereiflorus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus cereiflorus 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 cereiflorus

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

Lasianthus cereiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus cereiflorus?

Lasianthus cereiflorus

What type of plant is Lasianthus cereiflorus?

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

Where is Lasianthus cereiflorus 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,

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