Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tetragonus
ID:
224616

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Zhu

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 39: 142 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223946

Common Names

  • Lasianthus tetragonus
  • Tetragonus Lasianthus
  • Tetragonus Bellflower

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Description

Lasianthus tetragonus (also called Tetragonal Lasianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus tetragonus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasianthus tetragonus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and round with a black-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus tetragonus can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix. When propagating by stem cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lasianthus tetragonus

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

Lasianthus tetragonus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus tetragonus?

Lasianthus tetragonus

What is the common name of Lasianthus tetragonus?

Tetragon Lasianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus tetragonus?

Tropical forests in India, China, and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-108796: Based on the initial data import
Hua Zhu (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Zhu' in the authors string.