Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 107 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223698
Common Names
- Lasianthus glomeruliflorus
- Glomeruliflorus Lasianthus
- Clustered Lasianthus
Synonyms
- Lasianthus glomeruliflorus glomeruliflorus [unknown]
Description
Lasianthus glomeruliflorus (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 glomeruliflorus 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
The flower of Lasianthus glomeruliflorus is a white or yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lasianthus glomeruliflorus can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It should be grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Lasianthus glomeruliflorus
Lasianthus glomeruliflorus is native to tropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Lasianthus glomeruliflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasianthus glomeruliflorus?
Lasianthus glomeruliflorus
What is the common name of Lasianthus glomeruliflorus?
Clustered Lasianthus
What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus glomeruliflorus?
It is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Thailand, Myanmar, and China.
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,