Lasianthus puffii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
puffii
ID:
1542000
Status:
valid
Authors:
Napiroon, Balslev & Poopath
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 439(1): 25. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023382
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasianthus puffii (also called 'Puff's Lasianthus' or 'Puff's Lasianthus', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Thailand, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has leathery, glossy, dark green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lasianthus puffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lasianthus puffii is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling has a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lasianthus puffii is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Lasianthus puffii
Lasianthus puffii is native to the tropical forests of Thailand.
Lasianthus puffii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasianthus puffii?
Lasianthus puffii
What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus puffii?
Forests of Myanmar
What is the size of Lasianthus puffii?
It can reach a height of up to 90 meters
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,