Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
tro
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 581 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001065180
Common Names
- Leschenaultia tubiflora
- Tube-flowered Leschenaultia
- Leschenaultia
Description
Leschenaultia tubiflora (also called 'Tube-flowered Leschenaultia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, and is often found near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Leschenaultia tubiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in coastal areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Leschenaultia tubiflora are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leschenaultia tubiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Leschenaultia tubiflora
Leschenaultia tubiflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Leschenaultia genus
Leschenaultia tubiflora,
Leschenaultia linarioides,
Leschenaultia floribunda,
Leschenaultia biloba,
Leschenaultia striata,
Leschenaultia filiformis,
Leschenaultia laricina,
Leschenaultia macrantha,
Leschenaultia formosa,
Leschenaultia mimica,
Leschenaultia acutiloba,
Species in the Goodeniaceae family
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Anthotium junciforme,
Anthotium odontophyllum,
Anthotium rubriflorum,
Brunonia australis,
Coopernookia barbata,
Coopernookia chisholmii,
Coopernookia georgei,
Coopernookia polygalacea,
Coopernookia scabridiuscula,
Coopernookia strophiolata,
Crossotoma spinescens,
Crossotoma oleoides,
Dampiera adpressa,
Dampiera alata,
Dampiera altissima,
Dampiera angulata,
Dampiera anonyma,
Dampiera atriplicina,
Dampiera candicans,
Dampiera carinata,
Dampiera cervula,
Dampiera cinerea,
Dampiera conospermoides,
Dampiera coronata,
Dampiera decurrens,
Dampiera deltoidea,
Dampiera dentata,
Dampiera discolor,
Dampiera diversifolia,
Dampiera dysantha,
Dampiera eriantha,
Dampiera eriocephala,
Dampiera fasciculata,
Dampiera ferruginea,
Dampiera fitzgeraldensis,
Dampiera fusca,
Dampiera galbraithiana,
Dampiera glabrescens,
Dampiera haematotricha,
Dampiera hederacea,
Dampiera heteroptera,
Dampiera incana,
Dampiera juncea,
Dampiera krauseana,
Dampiera lanceolata,
Dampiera latealata,
Dampiera lavandulacea,
Dampiera leptoclada,
Dampiera lindleyi,