Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brid.) M. Fleisch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Musci Buitenzorg 3: 1073 1908
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182488
Common Names
- Struthiopteris Lopidium
- Struthiopteris Pepperweed
- Struthiopteris Pepperwort
Uses & Benefits
Lopidium struthiopteris is an evergreen shrub that is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. Its small, white flowers are fragrant and attractive, and its glossy, dark green leaves are an attractive addition to any garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Lopidium struthiopteris is small, white, and star-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lopidium struthiopteris is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Lopidium struthiopteris
Lopidium struthiopteris can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Lopidium struthiopteris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lopidium struthiopteris?
Lopidium struthiopteris
What type of plant is Lopidium struthiopteris?
It is a shrub
Where is Lopidium struthiopteris found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Lopidium genus
Species in the Hypopterygiaceae family
Arbusculohypopterygium arbuscula,
Canalohypopterygium tamariscinum,
Catharomnion ciliatum,
Cyathophorum adiantum,
Cyathophorum africanum,
Cyathophorum bulbosum,
Cyathophorum spinosum,
Cyathophorum tahitense,
Dendrocyathophorum decolyi,
Dendrohypopterygium filiculiforme,
Hypopterygium hookerianum,
Hypopterygium didictyon,
Hypopterygium discolor,
Hypopterygium flavolimbatum,
Hypopterygium rotulatum,
Hypopterygium sandwicense,
Hypopterygium tamarisci,
Hypopterygium vriesei,
Hypopterygium lutescens,
Hypopterygium elatum,
Hypopterygium parvifolium,
Hypopterygium obstusum,
Lopidium concinnum,
Lopidium nematosum,
Lopidium struthiopteris,