Lampadaria rupestris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
1268971
Status:
valid
Authors:
Feuillet & L.E.Skog
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 54: 345 (2002 publ. 2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268309
Common Names
- Lampadaria rupestris
- Rock-dwelling Lampadaria
- Rock-dwelling Lampadaria Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lampadaria rupestris (also called Rock Lampadaria, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern that grows in tufts. It is native to Europe and grows in moist, shady areas such as woods and stream banks. Its leaves are linear and its sporangia are borne on short, slender stalks.
Uses & Benefits
Lampadaria rupestris is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lampadaria rupestris are small, white, and star-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are green with small, pointed leaves.
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Lampadaria rupestris can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring on a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a cool, shaded area. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Lampadaria rupestris
Lampadaria rupestris is native to Brazil.
Lampadaria rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lampadaria rupestris?
Lampadaria rupestris
What is the common name of Lampadaria rupestris?
Rocky Lampadaria
What is the natural habitat of Lampadaria rupestris?
Moist forests, along streams and rivers
Species in the Lampadaria genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50231732: Based on the initial data import
Christian Feuillet (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Feuillet' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.