Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
ottohuberi
ID:
446099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Plowman & Nevling

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 38: 114 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445431



Common Names

  • Lasiadenia ottohuberi
  • Ottohuber's Lasiadenia
  • Ottohuber's Lasiadenia


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Description

Lasiadenia ottohuberi (also called Ottohuber's Lasiadenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It grows in wet meadows and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, slender stems.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiadenia ottohuberi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasiadenia ottohuberi has small, white flowers that are clustered together in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiadenia ottohuberi is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lasiadenia ottohuberi

Lasiadenia ottohuberi is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky, mountainous areas.

Lasiadenia ottohuberi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiadenia ottohuberi?

Lasiadenia ottohuberi

What is the common name of Lasiadenia ottohuberi?

Ottohuberi Lasiadenia

Where is Lasiadenia ottohuberi found?

It is found in tropical Africa

Species in the Lasiadenia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2497516: Based on the initial data import
Lorin Ives Nevling (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nevling' in the authors string.
Timothy Plowman (1944-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plowman' in the authors string.