Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Pojark.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 20: 272 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226315
Common Names
- Leptopus clarkei
- Clarkei Leptopus
- Clarkei Leptopod
Synonyms
- Leptopus attenuatus (Hand.-Mazz.) Pojark. [unknown]
- Leptopus esquirolii (H.Lév.) P.T.Li [unknown]
- Leptopus esquirolii villosus P.T.Li [unknown]
- Leptopus kwangsiensis Pojark. [unknown]
- Arachne attenuata (Hand.-Mazz.) Pojark. [unknown]
- Arachne clarkei (Hook.f.) Pojark. [unknown]
- Andrachne attenuata Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Andrachne attenuata microcalyx Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Andrachne clarkei Hook.f. [unknown]
- Andrachne esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
- Andrachne esquirolii microcalyx (Hand.-Mazz.) Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Andrachne hypoglauca H.Lév. [unknown]
- Andrachne persicariifolia H.Lév. [unknown]
Description
Leptopus clarkei (also called Clarke's Leptopus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to India, where it grows in montane rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leptopus clarkei has been used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptopus clarkei has white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptopus clarkei is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Leptopus clarkei
Leptopus clarkei can be found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.
Leptopus clarkei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptopus clarkei?
Leptopus clarkei
What is the family of Leptopus clarkei?
Arecaceae
Where is Leptopus clarkei found?
India
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