Status:
valid
Authors:
G. Asthana & Maurya
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
National Academy Science Letters. 37(6): 535. 2014
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009335
Common Names
- Lethocolea indica
- Lethocolea javanica
- Lethocolea pansa
Description
Lethocolea indica (also called 'Lethocolea indica', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort native to the tropical regions of the Americas. It is a small, tufted plant with a yellow-green color and a smooth texture. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Lethocolea indica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lethocolea indica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lethocolea indica can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is not drought tolerant and needs regular watering. It is best to prune the plant in late winter or early spring to keep it looking tidy.
Where to Find Lethocolea indica
Lethocolea indica can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.
Lethocolea indica FAQ
What type of plant is Lethocolea indica?
Lethocolea indica is a species of succulent plant in the family Aizoaceae.
Where is Lethocolea indica native to?
Lethocolea indica is native to India.
What type of soil does Lethocolea indica prefer?
Lethocolea indica prefers sandy, well-drained soils.
Species in the Acrobolbaceae family
Acrobolbus ciliatus,
Acrobolbus cinerascens,
Acrobolbus lophocoleoides,
Acrobolbus saccatus,
Acrobolbus surculosus,
Acrobolbus tenellus,
Acrobolbus wilsonii,
Acrobolbus spinifolius,
Acrobolbus antillanus,
Acrobolbus ochrophyllus,
Acrobolbus africanus,
Acrobolbus anisodontus,
Acrobolbus azoricus,
Acrobolbus concinnus,
Acrobolbus cuneifolius,
Acrobolbus epiphytus,
Acrobolbus flavicans,
Acrobolbus gradsteinii,
Acrobolbus integrifolius,
Acrobolbus knightii,
Acrobolbus kunkelii,
Acrobolbus laxus,
Acrobolbus limbatus,
Acrobolbus madeirensis,
Acrobolbus papillosus,
Acrobolbus perpusillus,
Acrobolbus plagiochiloides,
Acrobolbus pseudosaccatus,
Acrobolbus renifolius,
Acrobolbus ruwenzorensis,
Acrobolbus setaceus,
Acrobolbus setulosus,
Acrobolbus sumatranus,
Acrobolbus urvilleanus,
Acrobolbus viridis,
Austrolophozia andina,
Austrolophozia camensis,
Austrolophozia paradoxa,
Conoscyphus trapezioides,
Conoscyphus koponenii,
Enigmella thallina,
Goebelobryum unguiculatum,
Goebelobryum grossitextum,
Goebelobryum vermiculare,
Lethocolea congesta,
Lethocolea glossophylla,
Lethocolea naruto-toganensis,
Lethocolea radicosa,
Lethocolea indica,
Lethocolea javanica,