Status:
valid
Authors:
Aymonin
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 115: 102 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268519
Common Names
- Lethedon Cordatoretusa
- Heart-Retuse Lethedon
- Heart-Retuse Lethedon
Description
Lethedon cordatoretusa (also called Cordatoretuse Lethedon, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lethedon cordatoretusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lethedon cordatoretusa has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Lethedon cordatoretusa: Lethedon cordatoretusa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Lethedon cordatoretusa
Lethedon cordatoretusa is native to Europe and can be found in moist, shady areas. It can be found in the wild or purchased from nurseries.
Lethedon cordatoretusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lethedon cordatoretusa?
Lethedon cordatoretusa
What type of plant is Lethedon cordatoretusa?
It is a shrub
Where does Lethedon cordatoretusa grow?
It is native to Mexico
Species in the Lethedon genus
Lethedon cernua,
Lethedon salicifolia,
Lethedon balansae,
Lethedon ciliaris,
Lethedon oblonga,
Lethedon setosa,
Lethedon leratii,
Lethedon calleana,
Lethedon ovata,
Lethedon sphaerocarpa,
Lethedon microphylla,
Lethedon cordatoretusa,
Lethedon thornei,
Lethedon tannensis,
Lethedon comptonii,
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,