Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
459220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bong.) Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 30: 232 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458552

Common Names

  • Leiothrix mucronata
  • Mucronate Leiothrix
  • Mucronate Parakeet Flower

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Description

Leiothrix mucronata (also called Mucronate leiothrix, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a height of up to 30 cm and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It grows in shady areas, near streams and in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leiothrix mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leiothrix mucronata has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are short and thin with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leiothrix mucronata can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Leiothrix mucronata

Leiothrix mucronata is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Leiothrix mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leiothrix mucronata?

Leiothrix mucronata

What is the common name of Leiothrix mucronata?

Mucronate Leiothrix

Where is Leiothrix mucronata found?

Leiothrix mucronata is found in Southeast Asia.

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:137163-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.