Neothorelia laotica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laotica
ID:
379245
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 55: 269 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378577
Common Names
- Neothorelia laotica
- Laos Neothorelia
- Laos Tree-sedge
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neothorelia laotica (also called 'Laotian Neothorelia', among many other common names) is an evergreen, woody climber with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neothorelia laotica is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neothorelia laotica is a small, yellowish-brown spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, grass-like, with a single stem and small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neothorelia laotica is an annual herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although it can also be propagated by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the plant will require minimal care.
Where to Find Neothorelia laotica
Neothorelia laotica is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist areas in the tropical and subtropical regions.
Neothorelia laotica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neothorelia laotica?
Neothorelia laotica
What type of plant is Neothorelia laotica?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Neothorelia laotica native to?
It is native to Laos and Thailand.
Species in the Neothorelia genus
Species in the Capparaceae family
Acome micrantha, Bachmannia woodii, Beautempsia avicenniifolia, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia arabica, Boscia cauliflora, Boscia coriacea, Boscia fadeniorum, Boscia foetida, Boscia gossweileri, Boscia kalachariensis, Boscia keniensis, Boscia longifolia, Boscia madagascariensis, Boscia matabelensis, Boscia mazzocchii, Boscia microphylla, Boscia minimifolia, Boscia mossambicensis, Boscia oleoides, Boscia pestalozziana, Boscia plantefolii, Boscia polyantha, Boscia praecox, Boscia pruinosa, Boscia puberula, Boscia rotundifolia, Boscia salicifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Boscia tomentosa, Boscia urens, Boscia welwitschii, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia integrifolia, Buchholzia coriacea, Buchholzia tholloniana, Cadaba aphylla, Cadaba baccarinii, Cadaba barbigera, Cadaba benguellensis, Cadaba capparoides, Cadaba carneoviridis, Cadaba divaricata, Cadaba farinosa, Cadaba fruticosa, Cadaba gillettii, Cadaba glaberrima, Cadaba glandulosa, Cadaba insularis, Cadaba kassasii,
References
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:147827-1: Based on the initial data import