Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
coccinea
ID:
364718

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kanitz

Source:
ksu

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(2): 377 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364050



Common Names

  • Laurembergia coccinea
  • Coccinea Laurembergia
  • Coccinea's Laurembergia


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Synonyms

  • Laurembergia brevipes Schindl. [unknown]
  • Laurembergia agastyamalayana A.N.Henry [unknown]
  • Laurembergia indica Schindl. [unknown]
  • Laurembergia glaberrima Schindl. [unknown]
  • Laurembergia grandifolia Schindl. [unknown]
  • Laurembergia javanica Schindl. [unknown]
  • Laurembergia hirsuta Schindl. [unknown]
  • Laurembergia wangerinii Schindl. [unknown]
  • Serpicula epilithes Blume [unknown]
  • Serpicula hirsuta Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Serpicula javanica Miq. [unknown]
  • Serpicula brevipes Wight & Arn. [unknown]
  • Epilithes coccinea Blume [unknown]

Description

Laurembergia coccinea (also called Scarlet Laurembergia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist montane forests. It has red flowers and lanceolate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Laurembergia coccinea is a popular ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laurembergia coccinea has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laurembergia coccinea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Once established, Laurembergia coccinea is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Laurembergia coccinea

Laurembergia coccinea is found in the tropical regions of South America.

Laurembergia coccinea FAQ

What are the common names for Laurembergia coccinea?

Common names for Laurembergia coccinea include red laurembergia and red laurembergia-grass.

How does Laurembergia coccinea reproduce?

Laurembergia coccinea reproduces by seed and vegetatively through rhizomes.

What is the natural habitat of Laurembergia coccinea?

Laurembergia coccinea is native to the western United States and Canada.

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