Status:
valid
Authors:
C.A.Gardner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 47: 62 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221763
Common Names
- Bracted Palm
- Lachnostachys bracteosa
- Bracted Lachnostachys
Description
Lachnostachys bracteosa (also called Bracted Lachnostachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with ovate-oblong leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lachnostachys bracteosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lachnostachys bracteosa is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spike. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lachnostachys bracteosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in a container or in the ground and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.
Where to Find Lachnostachys bracteosa
Lachnostachys bracteosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Lachnostachys bracteosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lachnostachys bracteosa?
Lachnostachys bracteosa
What is the common name of Lachnostachys bracteosa?
Lachnostachys bracteosa
What is the natural habitat of Lachnostachys bracteosa?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Lachnostachys genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,