Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
lagetto
ID:
1276401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nash

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 117 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275739



Common Names

  • Lagetta lagetto
  • Lagetto Lagetta
  • Lagetto Leatherwood


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Description

Lagetta lagetto (also called Lagetto Lagetta, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in open forests and scrublands. It has dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lagetta lagetto is a species of plant used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagetta lagetto has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagetta lagetto is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lagetta lagetto

Lagetta lagetto can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Lagetta lagetto FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagetta lagetto?

Lagetta lagetto

What is the common name of Lagetta lagetto?

Lagetto Lagetta

What is the natural habitat of Lagetta lagetto?

Tropical moist forests in Central America

Species in the Lagetta genus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References