Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.Forst.) Neupane & N.Wikstr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Taxon 64: 317 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342538
Common Names
- Leptopetalum foetidum
- Foetidum Leptopetalum
- Leptopetalum
Description
Leptopetalum foetidum (also called Fetid leptopetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador, and it is found in tropical moist forest and premontane wet forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leptopetalum foetidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptopetalum foetidum has white flowers with a yellow center and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptopetalum foetidum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade, in a moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Leptopetalum foetidum
Leptopetalum foetidum is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas such as woodlands, fields, and roadsides.
Leptopetalum foetidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptopetalum foetidum?
Leptopetalum foetidum
What is the common name of Leptopetalum foetidum?
Fetid leptopetalum
What is the family of Leptopetalum foetidum?
Apocynaceae
Species in the Leptopetalum genus
Leptopetalum grayi,
Leptopetalum mexicanum,
Leptopetalum biflorum,
Leptopetalum foetidum,
Leptopetalum pteritum,
Leptopetalum strigulosum,
Leptopetalum pachyphyllum,
Leptopetalum taiwanense,
Leptopetalum racemosum,
Leptopetalum coreanum,
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
Niklas Wikström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Wikstr.' in the authors string.
Suman Neupane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neupane' in the authors string.