Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
1267983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beyers

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 11: 101 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267321



Common Names

  • Rugged Lachnaea
  • Rugged Lachanaea
  • Rugged Lachnaea


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Description

Lachnaea rupestris (also called 'Rock Lachnaea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lachnaeaceae. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist forests. It is a perennial herb with long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are white and pink, and they bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Lachnaea rupestris has been used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lachnaea rupestris has white, pink or purple flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lachnaea rupestris is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and kept moist.

Where to Find Lachnaea rupestris

Lachnaea rupestris can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Lachnaea rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lachnaea rupestris?

Lachnaea rupestris

What is the common name of Lachnaea rupestris?

Rocky Lachnaea

What type of plant is Lachnaea rupestris?

Herb

Species in the Lachnaea genus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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