Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
222545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 8: 336 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221874

Common Names

  • Ladenbergia ferruginea
  • Ferruginous Ladenbergia
  • Ferruginous False Foxglove

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Description

Ladenbergia ferruginea (also called Rusty Ladenbergia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It grows up to 6 meters tall and has leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaves that are up to 10 cm long. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ladenbergia ferruginea has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ladenbergia ferruginea 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 ferruginea can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ladenbergia ferruginea

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

Ladenbergia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ladenbergia ferruginea?

Ladenbergia ferruginea

What is the family of Ladenbergia ferruginea?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Ladenbergia ferruginea?

Rusty Ladenbergia

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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