Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
224373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 6: 505 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223703

Common Names

  • Lasianthus griffithii
  • Griffithii Lasianthus
  • Griffith's Lasianthus

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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus griffithii latibracteata King & Gamble [unknown]
  • Lasianthus polycarpus Miq. [valid]
  • Lasianthus spathulatus Miq. [valid]
  • Mephitidia griffithii Walp. [valid]
  • Nonatelia griffithii Kuntze [valid]
  • Lasianthus griffithii latibracteatus King & Gamble [valid]

Description

Lasianthus griffithii (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 griffithii 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 griffithii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus griffithii 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 griffithii

Lasianthus griffithii is native to tropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Lasianthus griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus griffithii?

Lasianthus griffithii

What is the common name of Lasianthus griffithii?

Griffith's Lasianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus griffithii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-108570: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.