Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wawra) Drude
Source:
tro
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(1): 41 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249299
Common Names
- Leucothoe itatiaiae
- Itatiaiae Leucothoe
- Itatiaia's Doghobble
Description
Leucothoe itatiaiae (also called Itatiaia Leucothoe, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers native to Brazil. It grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leucothoe itatiaiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Leucothoe itatiaiae are white and bell-shaped, and are borne in clusters of up to 5 flowers. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucothoe itatiaiae is a perennial that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Leucothoe itatiaiae
Leucothoe itatiaiae can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.
Leucothoe itatiaiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucothoe itatiaiae?
Leucothoe itatiaiae
What are the common names of Leucothoe itatiaiae?
Itatiaia Leucothoe, Itatiaia Snowdrop
What is the natural habitat of Leucothoe itatiaiae?
Leucothoe itatiaiae is native to Brazil.
Species in the Leucothoe genus
Leucothoe acuminata,
Leucothoe affinis,
Leucothoe ambigua,
Leucothoe angustifolia,
Leucothoe axillaris,
Leucothoe bahiensis,
Leucothoe breviflora,
Leucothoe brevistipes,
Leucothoe catesbaei,
Leucothoe chapadensis,
Leucothoe ciliata,
Leucothoe coccinea,
Leucothoe cordifolia,
Leucothoe cusickii,
Leucothoe davisiae,
Leucothoe duckei,
Leucothoe editorum,
Leucothoe floribunda,
Leucothoe fontanesiana,
Leucothoe glandulosa,
Leucothoe grayana,
Leucothoe griffithiana,
Leucothoe hirta,
Leucothoe hispidula,
Leucothoe ilicifolia,
Leucothoe intermedia,
Leucothoe itatiaiae,
Leucothoe jamaicensis,
Leucothoe katagherensis,
Leucothoe keiskei,
Leucothoe latifolia,
Leucothoe laxiflora,
Leucothoe mariana,
Leucothoe martii,
Leucothoe myrsinifolia,
Leucothoe platyphylla,
Leucothoe rhomboidalis,
Leucothoe Eubotryoides,
Leucothoe Paraleucothoe,
Leucothoe secunda,
Leucothoe spicata,
Leucothoe spinulosa,
Leucothoe subcanescens,
Leucothoe tonkinensis,
Leucothoe tschonoskii,
Leucothoe walteri,
Species in the Ericaceae family