Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Schum. & K.Krause) A.Chev.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Hebd. Séances Acad. Sci. 210: 358 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327273
Common Names
- Lasiodelphys Tricalysia
- Lasiodelphys False Ipecac
- Lasiodelphys Ipecac
Synonyms
- Coffea lasiodelphys K.Schum. & K.Krause [valid]
- Discocoffea lasiodelphys (K.Schum. & K.Krause) A.Chev. [valid]
Description
Tricalysia lasiodelphys (also called Lasiodelphys tricalysia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Angola, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, and is found in woodlands and grasslands. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Tricalysia lasiodelphys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and for soil erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tricalysia lasiodelphys sub. anomalura (N.Hallé) Robbr.
Tricalysia lasiodelphys sub. lasiodelphys
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Tricalysia lasiodelphys are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. Seeds: The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Tricalysia lasiodelphys are small and green, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tricalysia lasiodelphys can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect light.
Where to Find Tricalysia lasiodelphys
Tricalysia lasiodelphys is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Tricalysia lasiodelphys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tricalysia lasiodelphys?
Tricalysia lasiodelphys
What is the natural habitat of Tricalysia lasiodelphys?
Tricalysia lasiodelphys is native to tropical Africa.
What type of soil does Tricalysia lasiodelphys prefer?
Tricalysia lasiodelphys prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Tricalysia genus
Tricalysia aciculiflora,
Tricalysia acocantheroides,
Tricalysia allocalyx,
Tricalysia amplexicaulis,
Tricalysia angolensis,
Tricalysia anomala,
Tricalysia atherura,
Tricalysia bagshawei,
Tricalysia biafrana,
Tricalysia bifida,
Tricalysia bridsoniana,
Tricalysia capensis,
Tricalysia coriacea,
Tricalysia cryptocalyx,
Tricalysia delagoensis,
Tricalysia elegans,
Tricalysia elliotii,
Tricalysia fangana,
Tricalysia faranahensis,
Tricalysia ferorum,
Tricalysia fililoba,
Tricalysia gilchristii,
Tricalysia griseiflora,
Tricalysia hensii,
Tricalysia idiura,
Tricalysia jasminiflora,
Tricalysia kivuensis,
Tricalysia landanensis,
Tricalysia lasiodelphys,
Tricalysia ledermannii,
Tricalysia lineariloba,
Tricalysia longipaniculata,
Tricalysia longituba,
Tricalysia madagascariensis,
Tricalysia micrantha,
Tricalysia microphylla,
Tricalysia niamniamensis,
Tricalysia obanensis,
Tricalysia obstetrix,
Tricalysia okelensis,
Tricalysia oligoneura,
Tricalysia pallens,
Tricalysia pangolina,
Tricalysia parva,
Tricalysia patentipilis,
Tricalysia pedicellata,
Tricalysia pedunculosa,
Tricalysia potamogala,
Tricalysia pynaertii,
Tricalysia repens,
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,