Status:
valid
Authors:
Keighery
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 45: 491 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688400
Common Names
- Laxmannia arida
- Arid Laxmannia
- Arid Woodrush
Description
Laxmannia arida (also called Arid Laxman, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is a perennial herb with a rosette of succulent leaves that are up to 5 cm long. The flowers are white and bell-shaped, and measure up to 1 cm in diameter. It is found in dry, open grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Laxmannia arida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for making decorations and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Laxmannia arida has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three leaves that are oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Laxmannia arida is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Laxmannia arida
Laxmannia arida can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Laxmannia arida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Laxmannia arida?
Laxmannia arida
What is the common name of Laxmannia arida?
Arid laxmannia
What is the natural habitat of Laxmannia arida?
Grasslands
Species in the Laxmannia genus
Laxmannia arborea,
Laxmannia morrisii,
Laxmannia grandiflora,
Laxmannia gracilis,
Laxmannia brachyphylla,
Laxmannia minor,
Laxmannia squarrosa,
Laxmannia sessiliflora,
Laxmannia ramosa,
Laxmannia paleacea,
Laxmannia compacta,
Laxmannia orientalis,
Laxmannia omnifertilis,
Laxmannia jamesii,
Laxmannia arida,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,