Lethedon thornei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thornei
ID:
1269183
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guillaumin) Aynonin
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 114: 450 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268521
Common Names
- Lethedon Thornei
- Thorne's Lethedon
- Thorne Lethedon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lethedon thornei (also called Thorne's 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 thornei 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 thornei has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Lethedon thornei: Lethedon thornei 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 thornei
Lethedon thornei is native to Europe and can be found in moist, shady areas. It can be found in the wild or purchased from nurseries.
Lethedon thornei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lethedon thornei?
Lethedon thornei
What type of plant is Lethedon thornei?
It is a shrub
Where does Lethedon thornei grow?
It is native to Mexico
Species in the Lethedon 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-50232930: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.