Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
rubriflora
ID:
1541997

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scatigna & V.C.Souza

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Syst. Biodivers. 18: 751 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023379



Common Names

  • Lapaea rubriflora
  • Red-flowered Lapaea
  • Red-flowered Star-grass


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Description

Lapaea rubriflora (also called 'Red-flowered Lapaea' or 'Red-flowered Lapaea', among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb in the family Lapaeaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and it is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has linear, green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lapaea rubriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and abdominal pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lapaea rubriflora is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling has a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lapaea rubriflora is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1-2 m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand.

Where to Find Lapaea rubriflora

Lapaea rubriflora is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Lapaea rubriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lapaea rubriflora?

Lapaea rubriflora

What is the common name of Lapaea rubriflora?

Red-flowered Lapaea

Where is Lapaea rubriflora found?

Central and South America

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77233749-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].