Lysiosepalum aromaticum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aromaticum
ID:
445529
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.F.Wilkins
Source:
ksu
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 13: 584 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444861
Common Names
- Lysiosepalum aromaticum
- Aromatic Lysiosepalum
- Aromatic Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lysiosepalum aromaticum (also called 'Kapok Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to South East Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lysiosepalum aromaticum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lysiosepalum aromaticum are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lysiosepalum aromaticum is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the rootstock. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Lysiosepalum aromaticum
Lysiosepalum aromaticum can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Lysiosepalum aromaticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lysiosepalum aromaticum?
Lysiosepalum aromaticum
What is the common name of Lysiosepalum aromaticum?
Aromatic lysiosepalum
Where is Lysiosepalum aromaticum found?
Lysiosepalum aromaticum is found in South America
Species in the Lysiosepalum genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1018708-1: Based on the initial data import