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
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.
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
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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,
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Aa erosa,
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Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
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Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
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Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,