Lucya tetrandra
False Bluet
Also known as: Clavenna tetrandra (L.) Standl. +6 more
- Clavenna tetrandra (L.) Standl.
- Dunalia tetrandra (L.) Kuntze
- Dunalia tuberosa (Lam.) Spreng.
- Hedyotis tuberosa (Lam.) Sw.
- Lucya tuberosa (Lam.) DC.
- Oldenlandia tuberosa Lam.
- Peplis tetrandra L.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Lucya tetrandra (commonly known as False Bluet) is an annual belonging to the Rubiaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico