Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
224386

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 33: 229 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223716

Common Names

  • Lasianthus hirsutus
  • Hirsutus Lasianthus
  • Hairy Lasianthus

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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus bracteatus Wight [valid]
  • Lasianthus cyanocarpus lucidulus Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
  • Lasianthus everettii Merr. [valid]
  • Lasianthus laevicaulis Kurz [valid]
  • Lasianthus oculus-rati Miq. [valid]
  • Lasianthus roxburghii Wight [illegitimate]
  • Mephitidia bracteata Walp. [valid]
  • Triosteum hirsutum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Lasianthus oculus-cati polyneura Miq. [valid]
  • Lasianthus cyanocarpus asperatus Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
  • Lasianthus cyanocarpus bracteatus Pit. [valid]
  • Echium connatum H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Triosteum himalayanum chinense Diels & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Lasianthus cyanocarpus novaguineensis Valeton [valid]

Description

Lasianthus hirsutus (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 hirsutus can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasianthus hirsutus is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus hirsutus 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 hirsutus

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

Lasianthus hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus hirsutus?

Lasianthus hirsutus

What is the common name of Lasianthus hirsutus?

Hirsute Lasianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus hirsutus?

It is native to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

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-108582: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.