Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocarpa
ID:
1269177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill. ex Guillaumin) Kosterm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 48: 832 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268515



Common Names

  • Lethedon Sphaerocarpa
  • Round-Fruited Lethedon
  • Round-Fruited Lethedon


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Description

Lethedon sphaerocarpa (also called Spherical-fruited 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 sphaerocarpa 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 sphaerocarpa has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Lethedon sphaerocarpa: Lethedon sphaerocarpa 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 sphaerocarpa

Lethedon sphaerocarpa is native to Europe and can be found in moist, shady areas. It can be found in the wild or purchased from nurseries.

Lethedon sphaerocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lethedon sphaerocarpa?

Lethedon sphaerocarpa

What type of plant is Lethedon sphaerocarpa?

It is a shrub

Where does Lethedon sphaerocarpa grow?

It is native to Mexico

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-50232923: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.