Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Descr. Notes Papuan Pl. 7: 32 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360916
Common Names
- Leptosiphonium Stricklandii
- Leptosiphonium
- Stricklandii
Description
Leptosiphonium stricklandii (also called Strickland's Leptosiphonium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, forests, and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptosiphonium stricklandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptosiphonium stricklandii has small white flowers with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptosiphonium stricklandii is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Leptosiphonium stricklandii
Leptosiphonium stricklandii is native to the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and marshes.
Leptosiphonium stricklandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptosiphonium stricklandii?
Leptosiphonium stricklandii
What is the common name of Leptosiphonium stricklandii?
Stricklandii Leptosiphonium
What is the habitat of Leptosiphonium stricklandii?
Dry, sandy soils
Species in the Leptosiphonium genus
Leptosiphonium gloeocalyx,
Leptosiphonium aruense,
Leptosiphonium vestitum,
Leptosiphonium garckeanum,
Leptosiphonium guppyi,
Leptosiphonium papuanum,
Leptosiphonium potamoxenos,
Leptosiphonium stricklandii,
Leptosiphonium forbesii,
Leptosiphonium versicolor,
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,