Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
brevispica
ID:
361671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 23: 276 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361003

Common Names

  • Short-spiked Lepidagathis
  • Short-spiked Spiderwort
  • Short-spiked False Nettle

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Description

Lepidagathis brevispica (also called Brevispica Lepidagathis, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with an erect stem, reaching up to 1 m in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidagathis brevispica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidagathis brevispica is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidagathis brevispica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lepidagathis brevispica

Lepidagathis brevispica is native to India. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and marshes.

Lepidagathis brevispica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis brevispica?

Lepidagathis brevispica

What is the common name of Lepidagathis brevispica?

Short-spiked lepidagathis

What is the natural habitat of Lepidagathis brevispica?

Lepidagathis brevispica is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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,

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