Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
222521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Getreue Darstell. Gew. 14: t. 15 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221850

Common Names

  • Ladenbergia acutifolia
  • Acutifolia Ladenbergia
  • Ladenbergia Acutifolia

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Synonyms

  • Buena acutifolia Wedd. [valid]
  • Cascarilla acutifolia Wedd. [valid]
  • Cinchona acutifolia Ruiz & Pav. [valid]

Description

Ladenbergia acutifolia (also called sharp-leaved ladenbergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests and montane forests, growing in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ladenbergia acutifolia can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ladenbergia acutifolia has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ladenbergia acutifolia is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of light and regular watering. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not soggy. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment until the cutting has rooted.

Where to Find Ladenbergia acutifolia

Ladenbergia acutifolia is native to Colombia and can be found in the states of Antioquia, Cauca, and Valle del Cauca.

Ladenbergia acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ladenbergia acutifolia?

Ladenbergia acutifolia

What is the family of Ladenbergia acutifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Ladenbergia acutifolia?

Tropical forests

Species in the Ladenbergia genus

Ladenbergia acutifolia, Ladenbergia amazonensis, Ladenbergia brenesii, Ladenbergia bullata, Ladenbergia buntingii, Ladenbergia carua, Ladenbergia chapadensis, Ladenbergia cujabensis, Ladenbergia discolor, Ladenbergia dwyeri, Ladenbergia epiphytica, Ladenbergia ferruginea, Ladenbergia graciliflora, Ladenbergia heterophylla, Ladenbergia hexandra, Ladenbergia klugii, Ladenbergia lambertiana, Ladenbergia laurifolia, Ladenbergia lehmanniana, Ladenbergia macrocarpa, Ladenbergia magdalenae, Ladenbergia moritziana, Ladenbergia muzonensis, Ladenbergia nubigena, Ladenbergia oblongifolia, Ladenbergia obovata, Ladenbergia paraensis, Ladenbergia pauciflora, Ladenbergia pavonii, Ladenbergia pittieri, Ladenbergia riveroana, Ladenbergia rubiginosa, Ladenbergia stenocarpa, Ladenbergia undata, Ladenbergia franciscana, Ladenbergia shawistigma, Ladenbergia siranensis,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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