Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
458792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Körn.) Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 30: 231 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458124

Common Names

  • Angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Pink Tassels
  • Angustifolia Tassel Bush

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Description

Leiothrix angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Leiothrix, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leiothrix angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leiothrix angustifolia has white flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiothrix angustifolia is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas.

Where to Find Leiothrix angustifolia

Leiothrix angustifolia is native to Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Leiothrix angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leiothrix angustifolia?

Leiothrix angustifolia

What is the common name of Leiothrix angustifolia?

Narrow-Leaved Leiothrix

What is the natural range of Leiothrix angustifolia?

Eastern North America

Species in the Leiothrix genus

Leiothrix angustifolia, Leiothrix argentea, Leiothrix argyroderma, Leiothrix arrecta, Leiothrix beckii, Leiothrix celiae, Leiothrix cipoensis, Leiothrix crassifolia, Leiothrix curvifolia, Leiothrix distichoclada, Leiothrix echinocephala, Leiothrix flagellaris, Leiothrix flavescens, Leiothrix fluitans, Leiothrix fulgida, Leiothrix glauca, Leiothrix gomesii, Leiothrix graminea, Leiothrix hirsuta, Leiothrix linearis, Leiothrix longipes, Leiothrix luxurians, Leiothrix mucronata, Leiothrix pilulifera, Leiothrix prolifera, Leiothrix propinqua, Leiothrix rufula, Leiothrix rupestris, Leiothrix schlechtendalii, Leiothrix sclerophylla, Leiothrix sinuosa, Leiothrix spergula, Leiothrix spiralis, Leiothrix subulata, Leiothrix vivipara, Leiothrix raymondii, Leiothrix bracteosa, Leiothrix plantago, Leiothrix restingensis,

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:137096-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.