Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
peniculifera
ID:
361770

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
ksu

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 18: 39 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361102

Common Names

  • Lepidagathis Peniculifera
  • Peniculifera Lepidagathis
  • Lepidagathis Peni

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Description

Lepidagathis peniculifera (also called Penicillate Lepidagathis, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and is found in wet grasslands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidagathis peniculifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a container plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepidagathis peniculifera are small and white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidagathis peniculifera is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist, but not wet, and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Lepidagathis peniculifera

Lepidagathis peniculifera is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Lepidagathis peniculifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis peniculifera?

Lepidagathis peniculifera

What are the common names of Lepidagathis peniculifera?

Peniculifera Lepidagathis, Peniculifera Lepidagathis-grass

What is the growth habit of Lepidagathis peniculifera?

It is a perennial grass with a clumping growth habit.

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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