Lasianthus roosianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roosianus
ID:
336926
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Zhu
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 576 (2002 publ. 2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336258
Common Names
- Lasianthus Roosianus
- Roos' Lasianthus
- Lasianthus Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasianthus roosianus (also called 'Roos Lasianthus', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and China, and it typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lasianthus roosianus is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lasianthus roosianus are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are light green with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lasianthus roosianus is a tropical shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist location and should be kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Lasianthus roosianus
Lasianthus roosianus is native to China and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Lasianthus roosianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lasianthus roosianus?
Lasianthus roosianus
Where does Lasianthus roosianus grow?
It grows in the rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia.
What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus roosianus?
It grows in the tropical rainforest of Sumatra, Indonesia.
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-216622: Based on the initial data import
Hua Zhu (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Zhu' in the authors string.