Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
leonensis
ID:
943741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stapf) Pichon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Franç. Afrique Noire 35: 256 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943079

Common Names

  • Dictyophleba leonensis
  • Leonensis Palm
  • Leon Palm

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Description

Dictyophleba leonensis (also called 'Leon Milkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It has oval-shaped leaves with a velvety texture and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dictyophleba leonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dictyophleba leonensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dictyophleba leonensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size.

Where to Find Dictyophleba leonensis

Dictyophleba leonensis can be found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Costa Rica.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-61482: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
Marcel Pichon (1921-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pichon' in the authors string.