Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mazarunensis
ID:
361863

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bremek.) Wassh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Guianas , ser. A, 23(156): 83 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361195

Common Names

  • Mazarunensis Water-willow
  • Mazarunensis Water Willow
  • Mazarunensis Waterwillow

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Description

Lepidagathis mazarunensis (also called 'Mazaruni False Nettle', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidagathis mazarunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidagathis mazarunensis has bright yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidagathis mazarunensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Lepidagathis mazarunensis

Lepidagathis mazarunensis can be found in Venezuela.

Lepidagathis mazarunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis mazarunensis?

Lepidagathis mazarunensis

What is the common name of Lepidagathis mazarunensis?

Mazaruni lepidagathis

What is the natural habitat of Lepidagathis mazarunensis?

Lepidagathis mazarunensis is native to Guyana and Venezuela

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

Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77073657-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.