Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hirtus
ID:
224387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 4: 36 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223717

Common Names

  • Lasianthus hirtus
  • Hirtus Lasianthus
  • Hairy Lasianthus

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Description

Lasianthus hirtus (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 hirtus is 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 hirtus is a small, white, 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 hirtus 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 hirtus

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

Lasianthus hirtus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus hirtus?

Lasianthus hirtus

What is the common name of Lasianthus hirtus?

Hairy Lasianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus hirtus?

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,