Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
leptophyllus
ID:
876173

Status:
valid

Authors:
Döll

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 2(2): 287 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875508

Common Names

  • Ichnanthus leptophyllus
  • Narrow-leaved Ichnanthus
  • Narrowleaf Ichnanthus

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Description

Ichnanthus leptophyllus (also called Ichnanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ichnanthus leptophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments, digestive problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ichnanthus leptophyllus is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ichnanthus leptophyllus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil, in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Ichnanthus leptophyllus

Ichnanthus leptophyllus can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Ichnanthus leptophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichnanthus leptophyllus?

Ichnanthus leptophyllus

What is the family of Ichnanthus leptophyllus?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Ichnanthus leptophyllus?

Dry, rocky slopes

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Johann Christoph Döll (1808-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Döll' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:127508-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].