Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
281846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rudge) Roem. & Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 227 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281178

Common Names

  • Broad-leaved Posoqueria
  • Latifolia Posoqueria
  • Broad-leaved Posoqeria

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Synonyms

  • Solena latifolia Rudge [valid]
  • Tocoyena latifolia Lam. [unknown]

Description

Posoqueria latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Posoqueria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is a perennial herb with lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Posoqueria latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Posoqueria latifolia sub. gracilis (Rudge) Steyerm.
Posoqueria latifolia sub. latifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Posoqueria latifolia has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, wide leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Posoqueria latifolia can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. When grown in a pot, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. The plant should be kept in a bright location, but out of direct sunlight.

Where to Find Posoqueria latifolia

Posoqueria latifolia is native to Colombia and can be found in the Valle del Cauca Department.

Posoqueria latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Posoqueria latifolia?

Posoqueria latifolia

What is the natural habitat of Posoqueria latifolia?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests in Mexico.

What is the flower color of Posoqueria latifolia?

The flowers are white or pinkish.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-163583: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Edward Rudge (1763-1846): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudge' in the authors string.