Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
cycloptera
ID:
1260645

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) M.G.Gilbert & Friis

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 315 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259983



Common Names

  • Lagenantha cycloptera
  • Cycloptera Lagenantha
  • Cycloptera


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Description

Lagenantha cycloptera (also called Cyclopter lagenantha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub, usually reaching a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, and grows in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenantha cycloptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for fodder. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lagenantha cycloptera is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenantha cycloptera is a species of evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is an easy to grow shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slower process.

Where to Find Lagenantha cycloptera

Lagenantha cycloptera is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lagenantha cycloptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenantha cycloptera?

Lagenantha cycloptera

What is the common name of Lagenantha cycloptera?

Cycloptera Lagenantha

What is the natural habitat of Lagenantha cycloptera?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Lagenantha genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50194169: Based on the initial data import
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.