Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 3: 375 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837847
Common Names
- Citrioides Leptaulus
- Citrioides Leaf Flower
- Leptaulus citrioides
Description
Leptaulus citrioides (also called Citrioides leptaulus, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. Its leaves are simple and alternate, with a leathery texture and a glossy, yellow-green color.
Uses & Benefits
Leptaulus citrioides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptaulus citrioides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptaulus citrioides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seeds, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil.
Where to Find Leptaulus citrioides
Leptaulus citrioides is found in Central and East Africa.
Leptaulus citrioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptaulus citrioides?
Leptaulus citrioides
What is the family of Leptaulus citrioides?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Leptaulus citrioides?
Citrus-like leptaulus
Species in the Leptaulus genus
Species in the Cardiopteridaceae family
Cardiopteris moluccana,
Cardiopteris quinqueloba,
Citronella apogon,
Citronella costaricensis,
Citronella engleriana,
Citronella gongonha,
Citronella incarum,
Citronella latifolia,
Citronella lucidula,
Citronella macrocarpa,
Citronella melliodora,
Citronella moorei,
Citronella mucronata,
Citronella paniculata,
Citronella philippinensis,
Citronella samoensis,
Citronella sarmentosa,
Citronella silvatica,
Citronella smythii,
Citronella suaveolens,
Citronella vitiensis,
Citronella hirsuta,
Dendrobangia boliviana,
Dendrobangia multinervia,
Gonocaryum calleryanum,
Gonocaryum cognatum,
Gonocaryum crassifolium,
Gonocaryum gracile,
Gonocaryum impressinervium,
Gonocaryum litorale,
Gonocaryum lobbianum,
Gonocaryum macrophyllum,
Gonocaryum minus,
Gonocaryum poilanei,
Gonocaryum sleumeri,
Leptaulus citrioides,
Leptaulus congolanus,
Leptaulus daphnoides,
Leptaulus grandifolius,
Leptaulus holstii,
Leptaulus madagascariensis,
Pseudobotrys dorae,
Pseudobotrys cauliflorus,