Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
fulgida
ID:
459063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 30: 233 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458395



Common Names

  • Leiothrix fulgida
  • Shining leiothrix
  • Fulgida leiothrix


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Description

Leiothrix fulgida (also called shining leiothrix, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall and is native to the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leiothrix fulgida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leiothrix fulgida var. milho-verdensis (Silveira) Giul.
Leiothrix fulgida var. fulgida

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leiothrix fulgida has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiothrix fulgida is a perennial climber native to South America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. Plants should be grown in a sunny position in moist but well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leiothrix fulgida

Trixago viscosa can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Leiothrix fulgida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leiothrix fulgida?

Leiothrix fulgida

What is the common name of Leiothrix fulgida?

Leiothrix

Where is Leiothrix fulgida native to?

South America

Species in the Leiothrix genus

Leiothrix angustifolia, Leiothrix argentea, Leiothrix argyroderma, Leiothrix arrecta, Leiothrix beckii, Leiothrix celiae, Leiothrix cipoensis, Leiothrix crassifolia, Leiothrix curvifolia, Leiothrix distichoclada, Leiothrix echinocephala, Leiothrix flagellaris, Leiothrix flavescens, Leiothrix fluitans, Leiothrix fulgida, Leiothrix glauca, Leiothrix gomesii, Leiothrix graminea, Leiothrix hirsuta, Leiothrix linearis, Leiothrix longipes, Leiothrix luxurians, Leiothrix mucronata, Leiothrix pilulifera, Leiothrix prolifera, Leiothrix propinqua, Leiothrix rufula, Leiothrix rupestris, Leiothrix schlechtendalii, Leiothrix sclerophylla, Leiothrix sinuosa, Leiothrix spergula, Leiothrix spiralis, Leiothrix subulata, Leiothrix vivipara, Leiothrix raymondii, Leiothrix bracteosa, Leiothrix plantago, Leiothrix restingensis,

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:137139-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.