Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tomentosus
ID:
224624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 997 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223954

Common Names

  • Lasianthus tomentosus
  • Tomentosus Lasianthus
  • Tomentosus Bellflower

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Synonyms

  • Mephitidia obscura Zoll. ex Miq. [illegitimate]
  • Mephitidia tomentosa DC. [valid]
  • Nonatelia tomentosa Kuntze [valid]
  • Lasianthus tomentosus tomentosus [unknown]

Description

Lasianthus tomentosus (also called Woolly Lasianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is found in open forests, scrub, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Lasianthus tomentosus 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

Lasianthus tomentosus has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasianthus tomentosus 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 tomentosus

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

Lasianthus tomentosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasianthus tomentosus?

Lasianthus tomentosus

What are the common names of Lasianthus tomentosus?

Woolly Lasianthus

What is the natural habitat of Lasianthus tomentosus?

It is found in evergreen forests in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

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,

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