Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
445841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leandri

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 47 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445173



Common Names

  • Lasiosiphon occidentalis
  • Western Lasiosiphon
  • Lasiosiphon Occidentalis


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Synonyms

  • Gnidia occidentalis (Leandri) Z.S.Rogers [unknown]

Description

Lasiosiphon occidentalis (also called Western Lasiosiphon, 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

Lasiosiphon occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasiosiphon occidentalis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiosiphon occidentalis can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lasiosiphon occidentalis

Lasiosiphon occidentalis is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Lasiosiphon occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiosiphon occidentalis?

Lasiosiphon occidentalis

What is the common name of Lasiosiphon occidentalis?

Western Lasiosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Lasiosiphon occidentalis?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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,