Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
wrightiana
ID:
1260146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krug & Urb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 15: 350 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259484



Common Names

  • Wright's Lagetta
  • Lagetta Wrightiana
  • Wrightiana


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Description

Lagetta wrightiana (also called Wright's Lagetta, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, typically reaching heights of 1-3 m. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lagetta wrightiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lagetta wrightiana is a white, tubular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is an oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagetta wrightiana can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lagetta wrightiana

Lagetta wrightiana is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Lagetta wrightiana FAQ

What are the common names of Lagetta wrightiana?

Common names of Lagetta wrightiana include Wright's Lagetta and Wright's Lacebark.

What is the native range of Lagetta wrightiana?

Lagetta wrightiana is native to Central America.

What is the habitat of Lagetta wrightiana?

Lagetta wrightiana typically grows in wet, tropical forests.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50191987: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Karl Wilhelm Leopold Krug (1833-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krug' in the authors string.