Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
226915

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yatabe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 4: t. 12 (Oct. 1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226245

Common Names

  • Pretty Leptodermis
  • Pretty-leaved Leptodermis
  • Pretty-leaved Leptodermis

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptodermis pulchella 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 pulchella is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Leptodermis pulchella

Leptodermis pulchella is native to the Yunnan province of China.

Leptodermis pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptodermis pulchella?

Leptodermis pulchella

What type of plant is Leptodermis pulchella?

Leptodermis pulchella is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Leptodermis pulchella native to?

Leptodermis pulchella is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

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