Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
contorta
ID:
224758

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Martens & Galeotti) Woodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 29: 187 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224088

Common Names

  • Laubertia contorta
  • Contorta Laubertia
  • Contorta Bertia

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Synonyms

  • Laubertia pringlei (Greenm.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Apocynum fimbriatum Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Prestonia contorta (M.Martens & Galeotti) Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Prestonia langlassei Standl. [unknown]
  • Streptotrachelus pringlei Greenm. [unknown]
  • Echites campanulatus Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Exothostemon contortum (M.Martens & Galeotti) Miers [unknown]
  • Haemadictyon contortum M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Exothostemon contortus (M.Martens & Galeotti) Miers [deprecated]

Description

Laubertia contorta (also called Contorted Laubertia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and typically found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Laubertia contorta is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laubertia contorta is a yellow-green spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laubertia contorta is a slow-growing shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, humid environment. Germination is slow and may take up to six months.

Where to Find Laubertia contorta

Laubertia contorta can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Laubertia contorta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laubertia contorta?

Laubertia contorta

What is the common name of Laubertia contorta?

Twisted Laubertia

What type of plant is Laubertia contorta?

Herb

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-108941: Based on the initial data import
Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.