Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
glauca
ID:
459077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Silveira

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Floral. Mont. 1: 279 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458409



Common Names

  • Glaucous Leiothrix
  • Blue-Green Leiothrix
  • Bluish-Green Leiothrix


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Description

Leiothrix glauca (also called glaucous leiothrix, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leiothrix glauca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties that can help in treating various skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leiothrix glauca is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiothrix glauca is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Leiothrix glauca

Leiothrix glauca can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Leiothrix glauca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leiothrix glauca?

Leiothrix glauca

What is the common name of Leiothrix glauca?

Leiothrix

Where is Leiothrix glauca 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,

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