Labichea lanceolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
S.L.Endlicher & al., Enum. Pl. Hügel: 41 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187740
Common Names
- Labichea lanceolata
- Labichea
- Lanceolata
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- Labichea diversifolia lanceolata (Benth.) Jacques [unknown]
Description
Labichea lanceolata (also called Lance Leaved Labichea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous perennial that is native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Labichea lanceolata is a shrub native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Labichea lanceolata sub. lanceolataLabichea lanceolata sub. brevifolia (Meisn.) J.H.Ross
Labichea lanceolata var. lanceolata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Labichea lanceolata has small, yellow flowers with a red centre. Seed: The seed of Labichea lanceolata is small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings of Labichea lanceolata are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Labichea lanceolata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It grows best in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Labichea lanceolata
Labichea lanceolata is native to Australia, and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Labichea lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Labichea lanceolata?
Labichea lanceolata
What is the common name of Labichea lanceolata?
Lanceolata
Where is Labichea lanceolata native to?
Australia
Species in the Labichea genus
Labichea buettneriana, Labichea brassii, Labichea lanceolata, Labichea nitida, Labichea punctata, Labichea cassioides, Labichea saxicola, Labichea rupestris, Labichea obtrullata, Labichea teretifolia, Labichea digitata, Labichea stellata, Labichea eremaea, Labichea deserticola, Labichea mulliganensis, Labichea rossii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Labichea lanceolata Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.