Status:
valid
Authors:
Rusby
Source:
ksu
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Descr. S. Amer. Pl. : 62 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926038
Common Names
- Hasseltia lateriflora
- Lateriflora Hasseltia
- Hasseltia Lateral
Description
Hasseltia lateriflora (also called 'Hasseltia' and 'Hasseltia lateriflora', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with opposite leaves and white flowers. It is found in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hasseltia lateriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hasseltia lateriflora has yellow flowers with purple anthers. Its seeds are small and oval, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hasseltia lateriflora is a tropical plant that is native to Central and South America. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. It is best to divide the plant in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Hasseltia lateriflora
Hasseltia lateriflora is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is found in lowland areas, usually in areas with high rainfall.
Species in the Hasseltia genus
Species in the Salicaceae family
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Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,