Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 5: 42 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690962
Common Names
- Filetia Glabra
- Glabra Fig
- Smooth Fig
Description
Filetia glabra (also called Smooth Filetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in moist woods and thickets, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.
Uses & Benefits
Filetia glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Filetia glabra has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and red fruit. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Filetia glabra can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Filetia glabra
Filetia glabra is native to Central America, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.
Filetia glabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Filetia glabra?
Filetia glabra
What is the family of Filetia glabra?
Metanartheciaceae
Where is Filetia glabra found?
Taiwan
Species in the Filetia genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,