Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
mollissimus
ID:
445843

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.A.Bruce

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1940: 50 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445175

Common Names

  • Lasiosiphon mollissimus
  • Mollissimus Lasiosiphon
  • Lasiosiphon Mollissimus

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Synonyms

  • Gnidia kraussiana mollissima (E.A.Bruce) A.Robyns [unknown]

Description

Lasiosiphon mollissimus (also called Soft 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 mollissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasiosiphon mollissimus 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 mollissimus 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 mollissimus

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

Lasiosiphon mollissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiosiphon mollissimus?

Lasiosiphon mollissimus

What is the common name of Lasiosiphon mollissimus?

Soft Lasiosiphon

What is the natural habitat of Lasiosiphon mollissimus?

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,