Status:
valid
Authors:
Brandegee
Source:
cmp
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 186 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618134
Common Names
- Connarus lentiginosus
- Lentiginous Connarus
- Lentiginous Conobea
Description
Connarus lentiginosus (also called Lentiginous Connarus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Connaraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil. It is found in tropical rainforests, in the understory of the forest, and in secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Connarus lentiginosus is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Connarus lentiginosus has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Connarus lentiginosus is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in temperatures between 18-24°C. It can be prone to root rot if the soil is too wet, so it is important to ensure that the soil is not overly wet.
Where to Find Connarus lentiginosus
Connarus lentiginosus can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.
Connarus lentiginosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Connarus lentiginosus?
Connarus lentiginosus
What is the common name of Connarus lentiginosus?
Freckled Connar
What is the family of Connarus lentiginosus?
Connaraceae
Species in the Connarus genus
Connarus vulcanicus,
Connarus africanus,
Connarus agamae,
Connarus andamanicus,
Connarus annamensis,
Connarus bariensis,
Connarus beyrichii,
Connarus blanchetii,
Connarus brachybotryosus,
Connarus bracteosovillosus,
Connarus celatus,
Connarus championii,
Connarus cochinchinensis,
Connarus conchocarpus,
Connarus congolanus,
Connarus cordatus,
Connarus coriaceus,
Connarus costaricensis,
Connarus culionensis,
Connarus cuneifolius,
Connarus detersoides,
Connarus detersus,
Connarus ecuadorensis,
Connarus elsae,
Connarus erianthus,
Connarus euphlebius,
Connarus fasciculatus,
Connarus favosus,
Connarus ferrugineus,
Connarus gabonensis,
Connarus grandifolius,
Connarus grandis,
Connarus griffonianus,
Connarus guggenheimii,
Connarus impressinervis,
Connarus incomptus,
Connarus jaramilloi,
Connarus kingii,
Connarus lambertii,
Connarus lamii,
Connarus latifolius,
Connarus lentiginosus,
Connarus longipetalus,
Connarus longistipitatus,
Connarus lucens,
Connarus marginatus,
Connarus marlenei,
Connarus martii,
Connarus megacarpus,
Connarus monocarpos,
Species in the Connaraceae family
Agelaea annobonensis,
Agelaea baronii,
Agelaea borneensis,
Agelaea claessensii,
Agelaea conraui,
Agelaea gabonensis,
Agelaea insignis,
Agelaea macrophylla,
Agelaea palmata,
Agelaea paradoxa,
Agelaea pentagyna,
Agelaea poggeana,
Agelaea rubiginosa,
Agelaea trinervis,
Burttia prunoides,
Cnestidium bakerianum,
Cnestidium froesii,
Cnestidium guianense,
Cnestidium rufescens,
Cnestis bomiensis,
Cnestis corniculata,
Cnestis ferruginea,
Cnestis macrantha,
Cnestis macrophylla,
Cnestis mannii,
Cnestis mildbraedii,
Cnestis palala,
Cnestis polyphylla,
Cnestis racemosa,
Cnestis uncata,
Cnestis urens,
Cnestis yangambiensis,
Connarus vulcanicus,
Connarus africanus,
Connarus agamae,
Connarus andamanicus,
Connarus annamensis,
Connarus bariensis,
Connarus beyrichii,
Connarus blanchetii,
Connarus brachybotryosus,
Connarus bracteosovillosus,
Connarus celatus,
Connarus championii,
Connarus cochinchinensis,
Connarus conchocarpus,
Connarus congolanus,
Connarus cordatus,
Connarus coriaceus,
Connarus costaricensis,