Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Genus:
Species:
congolanus
ID:
838514

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Lobr.-Callen & Villiers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 11: 138 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837849

Common Names

  • Congolanum Leptaulus
  • Congolanum Leaf Flower
  • Leptaulus congolanum

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Description

Leptaulus congolanus (also called Congolese 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, dark green color.

Uses & Benefits

Leptaulus congolanus 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 congolanus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptaulus congolanum 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 congolanus

Leptaulus congolanus is found in Central Africa.

Leptaulus congolanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptaulus congolanus?

Leptaulus congolanus

What is the family of Leptaulus congolanus?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Leptaulus congolanus?

Congolese leptaulus

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,

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Jean-François Villiers (1943-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villiers' in the authors string.
D. Lobreau-Callen (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lobr.-Callen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:434405-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.