Leucocroton wrightii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
227939
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 9: 21 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227269
Common Names
- Leucocroton wrightii
- Wrightii Leucocroton
- Wright's Leucocroton
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Leucocroton flavicans latifolius Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Croton wrightii Griseb. [unknown]
Description
Leucocroton wrightii (also called Wright's Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows up to 10 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, up to 15 cm long, and its flowers are yellow-green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leucocroton wrightii is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and aromatherapy.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucocroton wrightii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leucocroton wrightii can be propagated by seed or division. Cultivation requires a well-drained soil, full sun, and moderate water. It is tolerant of drought and poor soils.
Where to Find Leucocroton wrightii
Leucocroton wrightii is native to India and can be found in open grasslands and wastelands.
Leucocroton wrightii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucocroton wrightii?
Leucocroton wrightii
What is the common name of Leucocroton wrightii?
Leucocroton wrightii
What is the family of Leucocroton wrightii?
Euphorbiaceae
Species in the Leucocroton genus
Leucocroton acunae, Leucocroton anomalus, Leucocroton bracteosus, Leucocroton brittonii, Leucocroton comosus, Leucocroton cordifolius, Leucocroton discolor, Leucocroton ekmanii, Leucocroton flavicans, Leucocroton havanensis, Leucocroton incrustatus, Leucocroton linearifolius, Leucocroton longibracteatus, Leucocroton moaensis, Leucocroton moncadae, Leucocroton obovatus, Leucocroton pachyphylloides, Leucocroton pachyphyllus, Leucocroton pallidus, Leucocroton revolutus, Leucocroton sameki, Leucocroton saxicola, Leucocroton stenophyllus, Leucocroton subpeltatus, Leucocroton virens, Leucocroton wrightii,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-111988: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.