Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
1330053

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Benth. & Hook.f.) De Block

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Taxon 64: 91 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342507


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Description

Leptactina arborescens (also called Arborescent Leptactina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptactina arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptactina arborescens is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a green stem with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptactina arborescens is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is also possible to propagate from stem cuttings.

Where to Find Leptactina arborescens

Leptactina arborescens can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Leptactina arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptactina arborescens?

Leptactina arborescens

What is the natural habitat of Leptactina arborescens?

Leptactina arborescens is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Africa.

What is the flowering period of Leptactina arborescens?

Leptactina arborescens typically flowers from April to June.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Petra De Block: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Block' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.