Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.S.Liang, S.T.Geng, Evangel. & J.C.Wang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 252: 131 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345087
Description
Lepidagathis boholensis (also called Bohol Lepidagathis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in moist habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lepidagathis boholensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepidagathis boholensis has small, yellow flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are round and black. The seedlings have a single, long, thin leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepidagathis boholensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Lepidagathis boholensis
Lepidagathis boholensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in Bohol.
Lepidagathis boholensis FAQ
What is the common name of Lepidagathis boholensis?
Bohol Lepidagathis
What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis boholensis?
Lepidagathis boholensis
What is the natural habitat of Lepidagathis boholensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Lepidagathis genus
Lepidagathis spinosa,
Lepidagathis walkeriana,
Lepidagathis spicifer,
Lepidagathis backeri,
Lepidagathis bandraensis,
Lepidagathis barberi,
Lepidagathis billardiereana,
Lepidagathis ceylainca,
Lepidagathis brevispica,
Lepidagathis armata,
Lepidagathis cambodiana,
Lepidagathis cataractae,
Lepidagathis alopecuroides,
Lepidagathis angustifolia,
Lepidagathis anobrya,
Lepidagathis appendiculata,
Lepidagathis chariensis,
Lepidagathis amaranthoides,
Lepidagathis dulcis,
Lepidagathis epacridea,
Lepidagathis eriocephala,
Lepidagathis eucephala,
Lepidagathis eugeniifolia,
Lepidagathis dispar,
Lepidagathis fischeri,
Lepidagathis staurogynoides,
Lepidagathis falcata,
Lepidagathis chlorostachya,
Lepidagathis cinerea,
Lepidagathis clarkei,
Lepidagathis clavata,
Lepidagathis cristata,
Lepidagathis dissimilis,
Lepidagathis dahomensis,
Lepidagathis collina,
Lepidagathis palawanensis,
Lepidagathis pallescens,
Lepidagathis papuana,
Lepidagathis parviflora,
Lepidagathis psilantha,
Lepidagathis peniculifera,
Lepidagathis plantaginea,
Lepidagathis pobeguinii,
Lepidagathis tenuis,
Lepidagathis glandulosa,
Lepidagathis thorelii,
Lepidagathis thymifolia,
Lepidagathis thyrsiflora,
Lepidagathis tisserantii,
Lepidagathis oubanguiensis,
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,
References
Yi Shuo Liang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Liang' in the authors string.
Shian Tsan Geng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Geng' in the authors string.