Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
hirta
ID:
222457

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 224 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221786



Common Names

  • Hairy Palm
  • Lachnostylis hirta
  • Hairy Lachnostylis


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Synonyms

  • Lachnostylis capensis Turcz. [unknown]
  • Lachnostylis hirta acuminata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Lachnostylis hirta minor (Sond.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Lachnostylis minor Sond. [unknown]
  • Clutia acuminata Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Clutia acuminata L.f. [unknown]
  • Clutia hirta Vahl [illegitimate]
  • Clutia hirta L.f. [unknown]
  • Discocarpus hirtus (L.f.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Lachnostylis hirta (also called Hairy Lachnostylis, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with ovate-oblong leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnostylis hirta has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lachnostylis hirta is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnostylis hirta is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in a container or in the ground and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.

Where to Find Lachnostylis hirta

Lachnostylis hirta is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Lachnostylis hirta FAQ

What is the common name of Lachnostylis hirta?

Hairy Lachnostylis

What is the scientific name of Hairy Lachnostylis?

Lachnostylis hirta

What is the natural habitat of Lachnostylis hirta?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106757: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.