Leptodermis amoena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
226864
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spring.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 53: 99 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226194
Common Names
- Leptodermis amoena
- Amoena Bark
- Amoena Leaf Bark
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptodermis amoena (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Leptodermis amoena is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces small, colorful flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptodermis amoena has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptodermis amoena is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the root ball. Cultivation requires a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy.
Where to Find Leptodermis amoena
Leptodermis amoena is native to the island of New Guinea.
Leptodermis amoena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptodermis amoena?
Leptodermis amoena
What is the common name of Leptodermis amoena?
Amoena Tree Fern
What is the natural habitat of Leptodermis amoena?
Mountain rainforest
Species in the Leptodermis genus
Leptodermis amoena, Leptodermis beichuanensis, Leptodermis brevisepala, Leptodermis buxifolia, Leptodermis crassifolia, Leptodermis dielsiana, Leptodermis diffusa, Leptodermis forrestii, Leptodermis glomerata, Leptodermis gracilis, Leptodermis griffithii, Leptodermis handeliana, Leptodermis hirsutiflora, Leptodermis kumaonensis, Leptodermis lanata, Leptodermis lanceolata, Leptodermis lecomtei, Leptodermis limprichtii, Leptodermis ludlowii, Leptodermis oblonga, Leptodermis ordosica, Leptodermis ovata, Leptodermis parkeri, Leptodermis parvifolia, Leptodermis pilosa, Leptodermis potaninii, Leptodermis pulchella, Leptodermis pumila, Leptodermis purdomii, Leptodermis rehderiana, Leptodermis riparia, Leptodermis scabrida, Leptodermis schneideri, Leptodermis scissa, Leptodermis stapfiana, Leptodermis tomentella, Leptodermis trifida, Leptodermis velutiniflora, Leptodermis vestita, Leptodermis virgata, Leptodermis wardii, Leptodermis wilsonii, Leptodermis xizangensis, Leptodermis yui, Leptodermis yangshuoensis, Leptodermis coriaceifolia, Leptodermis hechiensis,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-110942: Based on the initial data import
Lawrence Stephen Springate (1951-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spring.' in the authors string.