Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
lateriflora
ID:
1259027

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) R.A.Howard & E.A.Kellogg

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 67: 246 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258365

Common Names

  • Lateriflora Henriettea
  • Henriettea Lateriflora
  • Henriettea lateriflora

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Description

Henriettea lateriflora (also called 'Henriette's Lateriflora', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Henriettea lateriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural filter for ponds and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Henriettea lateriflora has small, white flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, brown and globular. The seedlings are small, green and have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Henriettea lateriflora is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Henriettea lateriflora

Henriettea lateriflora is native to the Caribbean, including parts of Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Henriettea lateriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Henriettea lateriflora?

Henriettea lateriflora

What is the common name of Henriettea lateriflora?

Henriette's melastome

Where is Henriettea lateriflora native to?

Brazil

Species in the Henriettea genus

Henriettea gomesii, Henriettea sessiliflora, Henriettea boliviensis, Henriettea bracteosa, Henriettea caudata, Henriettea duckeana, Henriettea glabra, Henriettea goudotiana, Henriettea heteroneura, Henriettea ininiensis, Henriettea lawrancei, Henriettea maguirei, Henriettea manarae, Henriettea ovata, Henriettea prancei, Henriettea rimosa, Henriettea steyermarkii, Henriettea tachirensis, Henriettea tobagensis, Henriettea tovarensis, Henriettea trachyphylla, Henriettea williamsii, Henriettea flavescens, Henriettea punctata, Henriettea membranifolia, Henriettea macfadyenii, Henriettea cuabae, Henriettea gibberosa, Henriettea angustifolia, Henriettea granulata, Henriettea horridula, Henriettea lasiostylis, Henriettea maroniensis, Henriettea multiflora, Henriettea spruceana, Henriettea stellaris, Henriettea aggregata, Henriettea loretensis, Henriettea verrucosa, Henriettea cuneata, Henriettea fascicularis, Henriettea seemannii, Henriettea succosa, Henriettea tuberculosa, Henriettea ramiflora, Henriettea patrisiana, Henriettea strigosa, Henriettea martiusii, Henriettea mucronata, Henriettea fissanthera,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50187639: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Anne Kellogg (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Kellogg' in the authors string.