Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
latilabris
ID:
239976

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 379 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239308



Common Names

  • Megastylis latilabris
  • Megastylis Latilabris
  • Megastylis Latilabris Tree


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Synonyms

  • Lyperanthus latilabris Schltr. [unknown]
  • Dipodium viridescens Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Megastylis latilabris (also called Latilabris megastylis, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to Africa. It has large, pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in open savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Megastylis latilabris is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Megastylis latilabris has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megastylis latilabris is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Megastylis latilabris

Megastylis latilabris can be found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Megastylis latilabris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Megastylis latilabris?

Megastylis latilabris

What is the common name of Megastylis latilabris?

Broad-lipped Megastylis

Where is Megastylis latilabris found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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