Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanata
ID:
1330147

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hill) Magee

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 361 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342601



Common Names

  • Hermas lanata
  • Lanata Hermas
  • Hermas


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Description

Hermas lanata (also called Woolly Hermas, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in Peru and Bolivia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and small, white flowers. It grows in open, disturbed areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hermas lanata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fern-like foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hermas lanata has white flowers with a yellow center and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hermas lanata is a tropical evergreen shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Hermas lanata

Hermas lanata can be found in Peru.

Hermas lanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hermas lanata?

Hermas lanata

What is the common name of Hermas lanata?

Hermas lanata

What is the family of Hermas lanata?

Asteraceae

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

John Hill (1716-1775): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hill' in the authors string.
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.