Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
226880

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.C.Fisch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1940: 293 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226210

Common Names

  • Leptodermis gracilis
  • Graceful Bark
  • Graceful Leaf Bark

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Description

Leptodermis gracilis (also called Graceful Leptodermis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It has small, ovate leaves with a leathery texture and white flowers. It is found in dry, open forests and thickets at elevations of up to 4,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Leptodermis gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has also been used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leptodermis gracilis var. gracilis
Leptodermis gracilis var. longiflora H.S.Lo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptodermis gracilis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptodermis gracilis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It is propagated through seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Leptodermis gracilis

Leptodermis gracilis is native to the Yunnan province of China.

Leptodermis gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptodermis gracilis?

Leptodermis gracilis

What is the common name of Leptodermis gracilis?

Graceful Leptodermis

What are the characteristics of Leptodermis gracilis?

Leptodermis gracilis is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and small white flowers.

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,

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