Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
361177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedersen

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 10(1–4): 107. 2000

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360509

Common Names

  • Oppositifolia
  • Lecosia Oppositifolia
  • Opposite-leaved Lecosia

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Description

Lecosia oppositifolia (also called Opposite-leaved Lecosia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Lecosia oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lecosia oppositifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lecosia oppositifolia is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that is best grown in full sun and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Clumps can be carefully divided and replanted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Lecosia oppositifolia

Lecosia oppositifolia is native to tropical Africa.

Lecosia oppositifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lecosia oppositifolia?

Lecosia oppositifolia

What is the common name of Lecosia oppositifolia?

Opposite-leaved lecosia

What is the natural habitat of Lecosia oppositifolia?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Lecosia genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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