Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Arn. ex Hoover
Source:
tro
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 10: 344 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243312
Common Names
- Lasiophyllus Streptanthus
- Streptanthus lasiophyllus
- Lasiophyllus Streptanthus lasiophyllus
Description
Streptanthus lasiophyllus (also called 'Hairy-leaved Streptanthus', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a single stem and its leaves are alternate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Streptanthus lasiophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Streptanthus lasiophyllus is a white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Where to Find Streptanthus lasiophyllus
Streptanthus lasiophyllus can be found in western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Streptanthus lasiophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptanthus lasiophyllus?
Streptanthus lasiophyllus
What is the common name of Streptanthus lasiophyllus?
Smooth-leaved jewelflower
What is the natural habitat of Streptanthus lasiophyllus?
Grasslands and shrublands
Species in the Streptanthus genus
Streptanthus lemmonii,
Streptanthus oblanceolatus,
Streptanthus vimineus,
Streptanthus carinatus,
Streptanthus drepanoides,
Streptanthus insignis,
Streptanthus cordatus,
Streptanthus barbatus,
Streptanthus barbiger,
Streptanthus batrachopus,
Streptanthus bernardinus,
Streptanthus brachiatus,
Streptanthus bracteatus,
Streptanthus breweri,
Streptanthus callistus,
Streptanthus campestris,
Streptanthus oliganthus,
Streptanthus platycarpus,
Streptanthus polygaloides,
Streptanthus squamiformis,
Streptanthus tortuosus,
Streptanthus howellii,
Streptanthus gracilis,
Streptanthus hesperidis,
Streptanthus glandulosus,
Streptanthus hispidus,
Streptanthus heterophyllus,
Streptanthus diversifolius,
Streptanthus morrisonii,
Streptanthus fenestratus,
Streptanthus farnsworthianus,
Streptanthus hyacinthoides,
Streptanthus maculatus,
Streptanthus cutleri,
Streptanthus longirostris,
Streptanthus coulteri,
Streptanthus anceps,
Streptanthus lasiophyllus,
Streptanthus petiolaris,
Streptanthus crassicaulis,
Streptanthus flavescens,
Streptanthus glaucus,
Streptanthus simulans,
Streptanthus longisiliquus,
Streptanthus vernalis,
Streptanthus barnebyi,
Streptanthus hammittii,
Streptanthus purpureus,
Streptanthus cooperi,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,