Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
lasiantha
ID:
322720

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Aubrév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 1: 114 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322052

Common Names

  • Lasiantha Germander
  • Lasiantha Teucrium
  • Lasiantha Wall Germander

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Synonyms

  • Chrysophyllum dubium Pancher & Sebert [unknown]

Description

Beccariella lasiantha (also called Lasiantha Germander, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Beccariella lasiantha is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases, as well as to improve digestion and reduce inflammation. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Beccariella lasiantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beccariella lasiantha is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is propagated by seed or division and prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Beccariella lasiantha

Beccariella lasiantha is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Beccariella lasiantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beccariella lasiantha?

Beccariella lasiantha

What is the common name of Beccariella lasiantha?

Lasiantha Germander

What is the natural habitat of Beccariella lasiantha?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:785938-1: Based on the initial data import