Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
setulosum
ID:
227500

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Fosberg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 33: 81 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226830

Common Names

  • Leptostigma setulosum
  • Branched Leptostigma
  • Branched Plume

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Synonyms

  • Nertera pusilla Colenso [valid]
  • Nertera setulosa Hook.f. [valid]
  • Coprosma setulosa (Hook.f.) F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Leptostigma setulosum (also called Bristly Leptostigma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has white flowers. It prefers sunny areas and is found in dry woods and sandhills.

Uses & Benefits

Leptostigma setulosum is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging and screening, and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey, and its essential oils are used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptostigma setulosum has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are followed by woody capsules containing small, black seeds. Seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptostigma setulosum is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Leptostigma setulosum

Leptostigma setulosum is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Leptostigma setulosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptostigma setulosum?

Leptostigma setulosum

What are the common names of Leptostigma setulosum?

Setulose Leptostigma, Setulose Leptostigme

What is the growth habit of Leptostigma setulosum?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall.

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-111548: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.