Status:
valid
Authors:
Danser
Source:
ksu
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Blumea 2: 56 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366537
Common Names
- Lepeostegeres acutibracteus
- Lepeostegeres Pointed
- Lepeostegeres Sharp
Description
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus (also called Acute-bracted Lepeostegeres, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has a slender stem and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepeostegeres acutibracteus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Lepeostegeres acutibracteus
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepeostegeres acutibracteus?
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus
What is the common name of Lepeostegeres acutibracteus?
No common name
Where is Lepeostegeres acutibracteus found?
Lepeostegeres acutibracteus is found in the Indian Ocean
Species in the Lepeostegeres genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,