Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
kraussianus
ID:
446085

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 596 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445417



Common Names

  • Lasiosiphon kraussianus
  • Krauss's Wooly-head
  • Krauss's Wooly-head


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Synonyms

  • Lasiosiphon villosus Burtt Davy [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon djuricus Gilg [unknown]
  • Gnidia djurica Gilg [unknown]
  • Gnidia hoepfneriana Gilg [unknown]
  • Gnidia kerstingii Gilg ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Gnidia kraussiana Meisn. [unknown]
  • Gnidia passargei Gilg [unknown]
  • Gnidia rorida (S.Moore) Eyles [unknown]
  • Gnidia usinjensis Gilg [unknown]
  • Gnidia kraussiana glabrata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Gnidia kraussiana pubescens Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon hoepfnerianus Vatke ex Gilg [unknown]
  • Gnidia kraussiana kraussiana [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon kraussii Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon kerstingii H.Pearson [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon passargei H.Pearson [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon roridus S.Moore [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon affinis Kotschy & Peyr. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon kraussii pubescens (Meisn.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon kraussii glabratus (Meisn.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon kraussii angustifolius Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon kraussii villosus Burtt Davy [unknown]

Description

Lasiosiphon kraussianus (also called Kraussian's Lasiosiphon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, white flowers and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiosiphon kraussianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasiosiphon kraussianus 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

Lasiosiphon kraussianus 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 Lasiosiphon kraussianus

Lasiosiphon kraussianus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lasiosiphon kraussianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiosiphon kraussianus?

Lasiosiphon kraussianus

What is the common name of Lasiosiphon kraussianus?

Kraussian's Lasiosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Lasiosiphon kraussianus?

Moist grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Lasiosiphon genus

Lasiosiphon occidentalis, Lasiosiphon perrieri, Lasiosiphon mollissimus, Lasiosiphon scandens, Lasiosiphon pulchellus, Lasiosiphon burchellii, Lasiosiphon kraussianus, Lasiosiphon humbertii, Lasiosiphon hibbertioides, Lasiosiphon glaucus, Lasiosiphon ambondrombensis, Lasiosiphon bojerianus, Lasiosiphon decaryi, Lasiosiphon ornatus, Lasiosiphon anthylloides, Lasiosiphon caffer, Lasiosiphon canoargenteus, Lasiosiphon capitatus, Lasiosiphon meissneriatius, Lasiosiphon deserticola, Lasiosiphon dregeanus, Lasiosiphon macropetalus, Lasiosiphon microphyllus, Lasiosiphon polyanthus, Lasiosiphon nanus, Lasiosiphon splendens, Lasiosiphon triplinervis, Lasiosiphon wilmsii, Lasiosiphon socotranus, Lasiosiphon polycephalus, Lasiosiphon somalensis, Lasiosiphon angustifolius, Lasiosiphon calocephalus, Lasiosiphon emini, Lasiosiphon insularis, Lasiosiphon lampranthus, Lasiosiphon latifolius, Lasiosiphon sisparensis, Lasiosiphon suavissimus, Lasiosiphon esterhuyseniae, Lasiosiphon microcephalus, Lasiosiphon pedunculatus, Lasiosiphon sericocephalus, Lasiosiphon rigidus, Lasiosiphon razakamalalanus, Lasiosiphon danguyanus, Lasiosiphon daphnifolius, Lasiosiphon gilbertae, Lasiosiphon gnidioides, Lasiosiphon leandrianus,

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

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:832128-1: Based on the initial data import