Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
pulchellus
ID:
445852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4: 149 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445184



Common Names

  • Lasiosiphon pulchellus
  • Pulchellus Lasiosiphon
  • Lasiosiphon Pulchellus


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Synonyms

  • Gnidia pulchella Meisn. [unknown]
  • Gnidia pulchella dasyphylla Meisn. [unknown]
  • Gnidia pulchella glabrata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon pulchellus dasyphyllus (Meisn.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lasiosiphon pulchellus glabratus (Meisn.) Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Lasiosiphon pulchellus (also called Showy Lasiosiphon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, yellow flowers and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lasiosiphon pulchellus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiosiphon pulchellus is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to South Africa. It is easily propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and prune as needed to maintain shape.

Where to Find Lasiosiphon pulchellus

Lasiosiphon pulchellus is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Lasiosiphon pulchellus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiosiphon pulchellus?

Lasiosiphon pulchellus

What is the common name of Lasiosiphon pulchellus?

Pretty Lasiosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Lasiosiphon pulchellus?

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,