Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lasiodelphys
ID:
327941

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

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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-207877: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.