Leptoderris macrothyrsa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrothyrsa
ID:
199813
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1910: 391 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199142
Common Names
- Leptoderris macrothyrsa
- Large-Flowered Leptoderris
- Large-Flowered False Lupine
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- Lonchocarpus macrothyrsus Harms [valid]
Description
Leptoderris macrothyrsa (also called Macrothyrsa Leptoderris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoderris macrothyrsa is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptoderris macrothyrsa has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters at the ends of stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoderris macrothyrsa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Leptoderris macrothyrsa
Leptoderris macrothyrsa can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.
Leptoderris macrothyrsa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoderris macrothyrsa?
Leptoderris macrothyrsa
What is the common name of Leptoderris macrothyrsa?
Large-flowered leptoderris
Where is Leptoderris macrothyrsa found?
It is found in the western United States and Canada
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 macrothyrsa Dunn: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.