Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
itatiaiae
ID:
1249961

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

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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.

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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