Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
micranthus
ID:
224475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 190 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223805

Common Names

  • Small-Flowered Lasianthus
  • Small-Flowered Lasianth
  • Small-Flowered Lasian

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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus balansae Pit. [valid]
  • Lasianthus microstachys Hayata [valid]
  • Lasianthus octonervius Hand.-Mazz. [valid]
  • Lasianthus seikoomontanus Yamam. [valid]
  • Litosanthes micrantha (Hook.f.) Deb & M.G.Gangop. [valid]
  • Mephitidia balansae Drake [valid]
  • Mephitidia microstachys Nakai [valid]
  • Nonatelia micrantha Kuntze [valid]
  • Mephitidia seikomontanus (Yamam.) Masam. [unknown]
  • Litosanthes micranthus (Hook.f.) Deb & M.Gangop. [unknown]

Description

Lasianthus micranthus (also called 'Small-flowered 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 micranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasianthus micranthus is white, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus micranthus 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 micranthus

Lasianthus micranthus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Lasianthus micranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus micranthus?

Lasianthus micranthus

What is the common name of Lasianthus micranthus?

Small-flowered Lasianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus micranthus?

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,

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