Lasianthus larsenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
larsenii
ID:
224438
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Zhu
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 22: 395 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223768
Common Names
- Lasianthus larsenii
- Larsen Lasianthus
- Larsen Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasianthus larsenii (also called 'Larsen's Lasianthus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Lasianthus larsenii 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 larsenii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lasianthus larsenii can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few roots and some top growth. Plant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until established.
Where to Find Lasianthus larsenii
Lasianthus larsenii can be found in tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Lasianthus larsenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasianthus larsenii?
Lasianthus larsenii
What is the common name of Lasianthus larsenii?
Lasianthus
What is the growth habit of Lasianthus larsenii?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-108629: Based on the initial data import
Hua Zhu (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Zhu' in the authors string.