| Etymology | Genus | From Greek, Lasi=hairy, anthus=flower |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Golden, referring to the golden hairs on twigs and leaves | |
| Family | Rubiaceae | |
| Synonyms | Lasianthus tomentosus Blume | |
| Common Names | Golden Lasianthus | |
| Status | Native: Endangered | |
| Form | Herb | |
| Native Distribution | Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Borneo | |
Diagnostics:
Lasianthus chryseus is a small herb up to 1.5m, found in mature rainforests. Twigs, flowers and fruits are densely covered with hairs. The veins at the underside of the leaf are also densely hairy a distinctive feature compared to other congeners (Wong et al., 2019).
Form in Nee Soon Swamp Forest (2013).
Branch.
Leaf upper surface.
Leaf lower surface.
Hairs along the veins.
Stipule.
Leaf arrangement.
Flower.
Immature fruits.
References
Wong KM, Turner IM, Wang RJ, Harwood R, Seah WW, Ng XY, Lim RCJ, Lua HK & Mahyuni R (2019) Flora of Singapore, Rubiaceae. 13: 1–358.
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2025-09-12
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