Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lasiocarpus
ID:
726523

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 5: 334 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725856



Common Names

  • Actinostemon lasiocarpus
  • Woolly-fruited Actinostemon
  • Woolly-fruited Star-bush
  • Star-bush


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Description

Actinostemon lasiocarpus (also called Lasiocarpus Actinostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Actinostemon genus. It is native to South America and is found in moist, lowland forests. It has large, glossy leaves and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Actinostemon lasiocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Actinostemon lasiocarpus are white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinostemon lasiocarpus is an evergreen, perennial climber that is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Actinostemon lasiocarpus

Actinostemon lasiocarpus is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Actinostemon lasiocarpus FAQ

What are the common names of Actinostemon lasiocarpus?

Actinostemon lasiocarpus is commonly known as the Hairy-fruited Actinostemon.

What is the native range of Actinostemon lasiocarpus?

Actinostemon lasiocarpus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

What is the habitat of Actinostemon lasiocarpus?

Actinostemon lasiocarpus is found in moist deciduous forests, often near streams and rivers.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2855: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.