Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
latifolium
ID:
624229

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Blumea 10: 168 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623561



Common Names

  • Cosmianthemum Latifolium
  • Latifolium Plant
  • Latifolium's Plant


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Description

Cosmianthemum latifolium (also called 'Broadleaf Cosmianthemum', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Cosmianthemum latifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cosmianthemum latifolium has small, white, five-petaled flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cosmianthemum latifolium is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent that can reach up to 8 inches (20 cm) in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or offsets. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Offsets can be removed in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Cosmianthemum latifolium

Cosmianthemum latifolium is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Cosmianthemum latifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cosmianthemum latifolium?

Cosmianthemum latifolium

What is the common name of Cosmianthemum latifolium?

Latifolium Cosmianthemum

What type of plant is Cosmianthemum latifolium?

It is a type of shrub

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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