Lobanilia asterothrix - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asterothrix
ID:
231134
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 335 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230465
Common Names
- Lobanilia asterothrix
- Asterothrix Lobanilia
- Asterothrix Lobelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lobanilia asterothrix (also called Asterothrix Lobanilia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America, and is typically found in tropical moist lowland forests. It is a small plant, reaching up to 1 meter in height.
Uses & Benefits
Lobanilia asterothrix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its foliage, which can be used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lobanilia asterothrix has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lobanilia asterothrix is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree or cork slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Lobanilia asterothrix
Lobanilia asterothrix can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Lobanilia asterothrix FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobanilia asterothrix?
Lobanilia asterothrix
What is the natural habitat of Lobanilia asterothrix?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
How tall can Lobanilia asterothrix grow?
Up to 10 meters tall
Species in the Lobanilia genus
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-114987: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.