Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
laevigatus
ID:
224433

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 998 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223763

Common Names

  • Lasianthus laevigatus
  • Laevigatus Lasianthus
  • Laevigatus Bellflower

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Synonyms

  • Mephitidia laevigata DC. [valid]
  • Mephitidia lanceolata Hassk. [valid]
  • Nonatelia laevigata Kuntze [valid]
  • Lasianthus laevigatus lanceolatus Miq. [valid]
  • Lasianthus laevigatus axilliflorus Hochr. [valid]

Description

Lasianthus laevigatus (also called 'Smooth Lasianthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus laevigatus 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

Lasianthus laevigatus has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus laevigatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lasianthus laevigatus

Lasianthus laevigatus can be found in tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Lasianthus laevigatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus laevigatus?

Lasianthus laevigatus

What is the common name of Lasianthus laevigatus?

Lasianthus

What is the growth habit of Lasianthus laevigatus?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

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,

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