Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laurentii
ID:
318251

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 185 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317583



Common Names

  • Summerhayesia laurentii
  • Laurentii Summerhayesia
  • Laurent's Summerhayesia


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Synonyms

  • Aerangis laurentii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Angraecum laurentii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Summerhayesia laurentii (also called Laurent's Summerhayesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Summerhayesia laurentii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Summerhayesia laurentii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Summerhayesia laurentii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a potting mix of peat moss and perlite. Division should be done in the spring or summer. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in its own pot. The potting mix should be a combination of peat moss and perlite.

Where to Find Summerhayesia laurentii

Summerhayesia laurentii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Summerhayesia laurentii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Summerhayesia laurentii?

Summerhayesia laurentii

What type of plant is Summerhayesia laurentii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Summerhayesia laurentii found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Species in the Summerhayesia genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-198535: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.