Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
incurva
ID:
1229593

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don

Source:
tro

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. : 119 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228931

Common Names

  • Curved Lepidagathis
  • Curved Lepidagathises
  • Curved Lepidagathises

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Description

Lepidagathis incurva (also called Curved Lepidagathis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidagathis incurva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to treat skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lepidagathis incurva var. neurophylla (T.Anderson) M.R.Almeida
Lepidagathis incurva var. lophostachyoides (Nees) Abeyw.
Lepidagathis incurva var. aristata (C.E.C.Fisch.) H.B.Naithani & S.Biswas
Lepidagathis incurva var. incurva

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidagathis incurva has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidagathis incurva is a semi-evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in pots or containers, and requires regular watering during the growing season.

Where to Find Lepidagathis incurva

Lepidagathis incurva can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.

Lepidagathis incurva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis incurva?

Lepidagathis incurva

What is the common name of Lepidagathis incurva?

Incurva Lepidagathis

What is the natural habitat of Lepidagathis incurva?

Moist forests and thickets in China

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

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.