Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
laurentii
ID:
358418

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 33: 377 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357750



Common Names

  • Coleotrype laurentii
  • Laurent's Coleotrype
  • Coleotrype


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Description

Coleotrype laurentii (also called Laurent's coleotrype, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coleotrype laurentii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas. It can also be used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coleotrype laurentii flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coleotrype laurentii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Coleotrype laurentii

Coleotrype laurentii can be found in the rainforests of Madagascar

Coleotrype laurentii FAQ

What are the common names of Coleotrype laurentii?

Coleotrype laurentii is commonly known as the African Teak.

What is the natural habitat of Coleotrype laurentii?

Coleotrype laurentii is native to Africa.

What is the growth rate of Coleotrype laurentii?

Coleotrype laurentii has a moderate growth rate of 13-24 inches per year.

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

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