Leptoderris robusta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
1335003
Status:
valid
Authors:
Breteler
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon49: 228 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347457
Common Names
- Leptoderris Robusta
- Robusta Leptoderris
- Robust Ironwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptoderris robusta (also called Robust Leptoderris, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoderris robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptoderris robusta has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow and purple stripes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoderris robusta is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and a well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but not too much in winter. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Leptoderris robusta
Leptoderris robusta is native to the tropical regions of Central and West Africa.
Leptoderris robusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoderris robusta?
Leptoderris robusta
What is the common name of Leptoderris robusta?
Robusta
What is the family of Leptoderris robusta?
Fabaceae
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
Franciscus Jozef Breteler (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breteler' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77159443-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Leptoderris robusta Breteler: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.