Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
224279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hongk. : 160 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223609

Common Names

  • Chinese Lasianthus
  • Chinensis Lasianthus
  • Chinensis Lasianthus

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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus chinensis odajimae (Masam.) Kaneh. [valid]
  • Lasianthus dinhensis Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
  • Lasianthus dinhensis glabrescens Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
  • Lasianthus dinhensis tonkinensis Pit. [valid]
  • Lasianthus odajimae (Masam.) Masam. [valid]
  • Mephitidia chinensis Champ. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Mephitidia odajimae Masam. [valid]
  • Nonatelia chinensis Kuntze [valid]
  • Lasianthus strigosus chinensis (Benth.) Domin [valid]

Description

Lasianthus chinensis (also called 'Chinensis', 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 chinensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasianthus chinensis 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 chinensis 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 chinensis

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

Lasianthus chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus chinensis?

Lasianthus chinensis

What is the common name of Lasianthus chinensis?

Chinese Lasianthus

What is the family of Lasianthus chinensis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-108486: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.