Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
leiantha
ID:
1296870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5: 64 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296208



Common Names

  • Haploclathra leiantha
  • Leiantha Haploclathra
  • Leiantha Haploclathra


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Description

Haploclathra leiantha (also called Leianthus haploclathra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Ecuador. It typically grows in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Haploclathra leiantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haploclathra leiantha is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haploclathra leiantha is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can reach heights of up to 6 feet and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Haploclathra leiantha

Haploclathra leiantha is native to the Caribbean.

Haploclathra leiantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haploclathra leiantha?

Haploclathra leiantha

What is the family of Haploclathra leiantha?

Clusiaceae

Where is Haploclathra leiantha found?

Indonesia

Species in the Calophyllaceae family

Calophyllum acidus, Calophyllum acutiputamen, Calophyllum aerarium, Calophyllum alboramulum, Calophyllum amblyphyllum, Calophyllum andersonii, Calophyllum angulare, Calophyllum apetalum, Calophyllum archipelagi, Calophyllum ardens, Calophyllum articulatum, Calophyllum aurantiacum, Calophyllum aureobrunnescens, Calophyllum aureum, Calophyllum austroindicum, Calophyllum balansae, Calophyllum banyengii, Calophyllum bicolor, Calophyllum biflorum, Calophyllum bifurcatum, Calophyllum blancoi, Calophyllum brachyphyllum, Calophyllum bracteatum, Calophyllum brasiliense, Calophyllum brassii, Calophyllum calaba, Calophyllum calcicola, Calophyllum caledonicum, Calophyllum canum, Calophyllum carrii, Calophyllum castaneum, Calophyllum caudatum, Calophyllum celebicum, Calophyllum cerasiferum, Calophyllum ceriferum, Calophyllum chapelieri, Calophyllum clemensiorum, Calophyllum collinum, Calophyllum comorense, Calophyllum complanatum, Calophyllum confertum, Calophyllum confusum, Calophyllum cordato-oblongum, Calophyllum coriaceum, Calophyllum costatum, Calophyllum costulatum, Calophyllum cucullatum, Calophyllum cuneifolium, Calophyllum dasypodium, Calophyllum depressinervosum,

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