Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
leytensis
ID:
593539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Blumea 48: 513 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592871



Common Names

  • Leyte Bittersweet
  • Trichotosia leytensis
  • Leyte Staff Vine


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Synonyms

  • Eria leytensis Ames [unknown]

Description

Trichotosia leytensis (also called Leyte Island Trichotosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Philippines and grows in tropical forests. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5 meters tall. Its leaves are ovate to elliptic in shape, and its flowers are white or pale yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Trichotosia leytensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichotosia leytensis are small, white, and fragrant. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichotosia leytensis is a woody, deciduous vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors.

Where to Find Trichotosia leytensis

Trichotosia leytensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Trichotosia leytensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichotosia leytensis?

Trichotosia leytensis

What are the common names of Trichotosia leytensis?

Leyte sedge

What is the natural habitat of Trichotosia leytensis?

It is native to the Philippines

Species in the Trichotosia genus

Trichotosia annulata, Trichotosia aporina, Trichotosia atroferruginea, Trichotosia aurea, Trichotosia barbarossa, Trichotosia brachiata, Trichotosia brachybotrya, Trichotosia bracteata, Trichotosia breviflora, Trichotosia brevipedunculata, Trichotosia brevirachis, Trichotosia buruensis, Trichotosia calvescens, Trichotosia canaliculata, Trichotosia collina, Trichotosia conifera, Trichotosia dalatensis, Trichotosia dasyphylla, Trichotosia ferox, Trichotosia flexuosa, Trichotosia fractiflexa, Trichotosia fusca, Trichotosia gautierensis, Trichotosia gjellerupii, Trichotosia glabrifolia, Trichotosia gowana, Trichotosia gracilis, Trichotosia hapalostachya, Trichotosia hispidissima, Trichotosia hypophaea, Trichotosia indragiriensis, Trichotosia integra, Trichotosia iodantha, Trichotosia jejuna, Trichotosia katherinae, Trichotosia klabatensis, Trichotosia lacinulata, Trichotosia latifolia, Trichotosia latifrons, Trichotosia lawiensis, Trichotosia longissima, Trichotosia malleimentum, Trichotosia microphylla, Trichotosia mollicaulis, Trichotosia molliflora, Trichotosia mollis, Trichotosia odoardoi, Trichotosia oreodoxa, Trichotosia paludosa, Trichotosia pauciflora,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-270765: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.