Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 10: 144 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223810
Common Names
- Soft Lasianthus
- Soft Lasianth
- Soft Lasian
Description
Lasianthus mollis (also called 'Soft 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 mollis 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 mollis is white, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lasianthus mollis 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 mollis
Lasianthus mollis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Lasianthus mollis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasianthus mollis?
Lasianthus mollis
What is the common name of Lasianthus mollis?
Soft Lasianthus
What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus mollis?
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,