Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 110 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259514
Common Names
- Veined Linodendron
- Linodendron Venosum
- Venosum
Description
Linodendron venosum (also called Veined Linodendron, 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 moist forests and tropical wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Linodendron venosum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Linodendron venosum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Linodendron venosum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Linodendron venosum
Linodendron venosum is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Linodendron venosum FAQ
What are the common names of Linodendron venosum?
Common names of Linodendron venosum include Veined Linodendron and Veined Tree Tobacco.
What is the native range of Linodendron venosum?
Linodendron venosum is native to Central America.
What is the habitat of Linodendron venosum?
Linodendron venosum typically grows in wet, tropical forests.
Species in the Linodendron 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,