Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rhinocerotis
ID:
224551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 996 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223881

Common Names

  • Rhinocerotis Lasianthus
  • Lasianthus rhinocerotis
  • Rhinocerotis Lasianthus

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Synonyms

  • Mephitidia rhinocerotis (Blume) DC. [valid]
  • Nonatelia rhinocerotis Kuntze [valid]

Description

Lasianthus rhinocerotis (also called 'Rhinoceros Lasianthus' and 'Rhinoceros Wild Coffee', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It is a small shrub, typically growing up to 3 meters tall, with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus rhinocerotis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lasianthus rhinocerotis sub. pedunculatus (Pit.) H.Zhu
Lasianthus rhinocerotis sub. rhinocerotis
Lasianthus rhinocerotis sub. xishuangbannaensis H.Zhu & H.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasianthus rhinocerotis has white flowers with yellow throats and small, oblong seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus rhinocerotis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by cuttings or division. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lasianthus rhinocerotis

Lasianthus rhinocerotis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

Lasianthus rhinocerotis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus rhinocerotis?

Lasianthus rhinocerotis

Where is Lasianthus rhinocerotis native to?

Southeast Asia

What is the growth habit of Lasianthus rhinocerotis?

It is an evergreen shrub that can reach a height of 5-6 m.

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