Leptoderris cyclocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyclocarpa
ID:
199670
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
ildis
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1914: 245 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198999
Common Names
- Leptoderris Cyclocarpa
- Cyclocarpa Leptoderris
- Cyclocarpa Oxytropis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptoderris cyclocarpa (also called Round-Fruited Leptoderris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoderris cyclocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: yellow, pea-like, with a banner petal and two wings. Seed: small, flat, and brown. Seedlings: have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoderris cyclocarpa is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is native to China and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by seed and division.
Where to Find Leptoderris cyclocarpa
Leptoderris cyclocarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Leptoderris cyclocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoderris cyclocarpa?
Leptoderris cyclocarpa
What is the common name of Leptoderris cyclocarpa?
Cyclocarpous Leptoderris
What type of plant is Leptoderris cyclocarpa?
It is a species of flowering plant in the legume family
Species in the Leptoderris genus
Leptoderris aurantiaca, Leptoderris brachyptera, Leptoderris congolensis, Leptoderris coriacea, Leptoderris cyclocarpa, Leptoderris fasciculata, Leptoderris glabrata, Leptoderris harmsiana, Leptoderris hypargyrea, Leptoderris ledermannii, Leptoderris macrothyrsa, Leptoderris micrantha, Leptoderris miegei, Leptoderris nobilis, Leptoderris oxytropis, Leptoderris reygaerti, Leptoderris tomentella, Leptoderris trifoliolata, Leptoderris sassandrensis, Leptoderris burundiensis, Leptoderris gabonica, Leptoderris robusta,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Leptoderris cyclocarpa Dunn: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.