Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
laeta
ID:
643573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Hiern

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1877-1878: 83 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642905

Common Names

  • Laeta Dianthera
  • Dianthera laeta
  • Laeta

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Description

Dianthera laeta (also called Cheerful Dianthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dianthera laeta is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dianthera laeta has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dianthera laeta is a short-lived perennial that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by direct sowing in the fall or early spring. It is best to sow the seed in a shallow furrow and cover lightly with soil.

Where to Find Dianthera laeta

Dianthera laeta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Argentina.

Dianthera laeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dianthera laeta?

Dianthera laeta

What is the common name of Dianthera laeta?

Joyful Dianthera

What is the family of Dianthera laeta?

Asteraceae

Species in the Dianthera genus

Dianthera americana, Dianthera androsaemifolia, Dianthera angusta, Dianthera angustifolia, Dianthera appendiculata, Dianthera arvensis, Dianthera brasiliensis, Dianthera breviflora, Dianthera calycina, Dianthera candelariae, Dianthera candicans, Dianthera cayennensis, Dianthera comata, Dianthera crassifolia, Dianthera eustachiana, Dianthera glabra, Dianthera guianensis, Dianthera hookeriana, Dianthera inaequalis, Dianthera incerta, Dianthera laeta, Dianthera laevilinguis, Dianthera lindeniana, Dianthera longiflora, Dianthera oblonga, Dianthera pectoralis, Dianthera peploides, Dianthera pleurolarynx, Dianthera polygaloides, Dianthera racemosa, Dianthera reptans, Dianthera rigida, Dianthera rugeliana, Dianthera sagrana, Dianthera secunda, Dianthera secundiflora, Dianthera sessilis, Dianthera speciosa, Dianthera sulfurea, Dianthera trisulcata, Dianthera dasyclados, Dianthera resupinata, Dianthera latifolia, Dianthera ovata,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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