Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
eriobotrya
ID:
222442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Druce

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 1916: 630 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221771



Common Names

  • Eriobotrya Palm
  • Lachnostachys eriobotrya
  • Eriobotrya Lachnostachys


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Synonyms

  • Lachnostachys rodwayana Fitzg. [unknown]
  • Lachnostachys walcottii F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Pycnolachne ledifolia Turcz. [unknown]
  • Walcottia eriobotrya F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Lachnostachys eriobotrya (also called Loquat-leaved Lachnostachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with ovate-oblong leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnostachys eriobotrya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachnostachys eriobotrya is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnostachys eriobotrya is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in a container or in the ground and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.

Where to Find Lachnostachys eriobotrya

Lachnostachys eriobotrya is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Lachnostachys eriobotrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnostachys eriobotrya?

Lachnostachys eriobotrya

What is the common name of Lachnostachys eriobotrya?

Lachnostachys eriobotrya

What is the natural habitat of Lachnostachys eriobotrya?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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