Status:
valid
Authors:
Lecomte
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 4: 5 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226878
Common Names
- Letestua durissima
- Hard Letestua
- Hard Plume
Synonyms
- Letestua floribunda Lecomte [unknown]
- Pierreodendron durissimum A.Chev. [unknown]
Description
Letestua durissima (also called Hard Letestua, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to tropical America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. The leaves are usually ovate or oblong and are arranged in a whorl at the top of the stem.
Uses & Benefits
Letestua durissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Letestua durissima has small, white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have small, oval shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Letestua durissima is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Letestua durissima
Letestua durissima can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Letestua durissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Letestua durissima?
Letestua durissima
What is the common name of Letestua durissima?
Tough Letestua
What type of plant is Letestua durissima?
Herbaceous perennial
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Boerlagella spectabilis,
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Burckella banikiensis,
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Burckella hillii,
Burckella macropoda,
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Burckella parvifolia,
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Capurodendron perrieri,
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Capurodendron pseudoterminalia,
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Capurodendron rufescens,
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