Filetia lanceolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
691631
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Blumea 10: 163 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690964
Common Names
- Filetia Lanceolata
- Lanceolata Fig
- Lanceolate Fig
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Filetia lanceolata (also called Lanceolate Filetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in moist woods and thickets, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.
Uses & Benefits
Filetia lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Filetia lanceolata are small and white, and the seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Filetia lanceolata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Filetia lanceolata
Filetia lanceolata is native to Central America, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.
Filetia lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Filetia lanceolata?
Filetia lanceolata
What is the family of Filetia lanceolata?
Metanartheciaceae
Where is Filetia lanceolata found?
Taiwan
Species in the Filetia genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.