Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
laevispermum
ID:
1327907

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nakai) A.Otero, Jim.Mejías, Valcárcel & P.Vargas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 173: 266 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340361



Common Names

  • Laevispermum
  • Nihon Laevispermum
  • Japanese Laevispermum


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Description

Nihon laevispermum (also called the Japanese Smoothseed, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Japan. It has small, white flowers and smooth, oval-shaped seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Nihon laevispermum has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nihon laevispermum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nihon laevispermum is a slow-growing epiphyte that can be cultivated in aquariums or terrariums. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome or by separating the leaves from the rhizome and planting them in a substrate. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and should be kept in a shaded area.

Where to Find Nihon laevispermum

Nihon laevispermum is native to the island of Japan.

Nihon laevispermum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nihon laevispermum?

Nihon laevispermum

What is the natural habitat of Nihon laevispermum?

It is native to Japan.

What is the water temperature range for Nihon laevispermum?

It prefers temperatures between 68°F and 82°F (20-28°C).

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.
Pablo Vargas (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Vargas' in the authors string.
Pedro Jiménez Mejías (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jim.Mejías' in the authors string.
Ana Otero: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Otero' in the authors string.
Virginia Valcárcel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valcárcel' in the authors string.