Lasianthus thuyanae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thuyanae
ID:
1553166
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.S.Dang & Naiki
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 57(1-3): 49. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000032966
Common Names
- Thuyanae Lasianthus
- Thuyana Lasianthus
- Thuyana Mountain-tea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lasianthus thuyanae (also called Thuyana's Lasianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Vietnam, and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1000-1500 m. It is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m.
Uses & Benefits
Lasianthus thuyanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lasianthus thuyanae is white, with 5 petals. The seed is a small, round nut, containing a single seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite, elliptic leaves.
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Lasianthus thuyanae is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Lasianthus thuyanae
Lasianthus thuyanae can be found in the Thuy Tien Nature Reserve in Vietnam.
Lasianthus thuyanae FAQ
What are the common names of Lasianthus thuyanae?
Thuyana's Lasianthus
What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus thuyanae?
It is found in the tropical forests of Vietnam
What is the average height of Lasianthus thuyanae?
It can reach a height of up to 10 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,