Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
lasiophylla
ID:
807003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gobilik & A.L.Lamb

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 16:50. fig.1. (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806337



Common Names

  • Plagiostachys lasiophylla
  • Lasiophylla
  • Plagiostachys


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Description

Plagiostachys lasiophylla (also called Lasiophylla Plagiostachys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polygonaceae native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in forests and grasslands at elevations of 600–3000 m. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves with a red margin, and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiostachys lasiophylla is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It can be used to bring a tropical feel to any room and can be used as a groundcover in outdoor gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Plagiostachys lasiophylla are small and white, with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiostachys lasiophylla is an evergreen shrub native to China and Japan. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Plagiostachys lasiophylla

Plagiostachys lasiophylla is native to the tropical rainforest of India.

Plagiostachys lasiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiostachys lasiophylla?

Plagiostachys lasiophylla

What is the natural habitat of Plagiostachys lasiophylla?

It is native to China

What is the growth habit of Plagiostachys lasiophylla?

It is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Plagiostachys genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.
J. Gobilik: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gobilik' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000806337: Based on the initial data import