Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tillaeacea
ID:
318660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1146 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317992

Common Names

  • Synaptantha tillaeacea
  • Tillaeacea Synaptantha
  • Tillaeacean Synaptantha

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia elatinoides F.Muell. [valid]
  • Oldenlandia tillaeacea F.Muell. [valid]
  • Synaptantha tillaeacea hispidula Halford [valid]
  • Hedyotis elatinoides Benth. [valid]
  • Hedyotis tillaeacea F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Synaptantha tillaeacea (also called 'Tillaea Synaptantha', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a smooth, green stem and its leaves are ovate in shape. It prefers moist, shady soils and is often found in wet woods and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Synaptantha tillaeacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synaptantha tillaeacea has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synaptantha tillaeacea is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Synaptantha tillaeacea

Synaptantha tillaeacea is native to the tropical forests of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Synaptantha tillaeacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synaptantha tillaeacea?

Synaptantha tillaeacea

What is the natural habitat of Synaptantha tillaeacea?

Tropical rainforest

What type of soil does Synaptantha tillaeacea prefer?

Well-drained, moist soil

Species in the Synaptantha genus

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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