Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
lacrimans
ID:
553085

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kosterm.) Rohwer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 109: 78 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552417



Common Names

  • Lacrimans Aspidostemon
  • Aspidostemon Lacrimans
  • Lacrimans Aspidostemon Grass


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Synonyms

  • Cryptocarya lacrimans Kosterm. [unknown]

Description

Aspidostemon lacrimans (also called Weeping Aspidostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 10 m. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Thailand, and is found in tropical forests, especially in areas with limestone soils. It has oblong-elliptic leaves with a glossy surface and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidostemon lacrimans has non-medical uses such as providing shade, as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control. It also has medicinal benefits such as being used to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidostemon lacrimans is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidostemon lacrimans can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide indirect light until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Aspidostemon lacrimans

Aspidostemon lacrimans can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Aspidostemon lacrimans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon lacrimans?

Aspidostemon lacrimans

What is the family of Aspidostemon lacrimans?

Rubiaceae

Where is Aspidostemon lacrimans found?

South America

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656309: Based on the initial data import
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.
Jens Gunter Rohwer (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rohwer' in the authors string.