Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lecomtei
ID:
255711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 118 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255043

Common Names

  • Lecomtei Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia lecomtei
  • Lecomtei

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis lecomtei (Pit.) P.H.Hô [valid]

Description

Oldenlandia lecomtei (also called Lecomte's oldenlandia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia lecomtei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, cough, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia lecomtei has white or pinkish flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia lecomtei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Oldenlandia lecomtei

Oldenlandia lecomtei is native to tropical Africa.

Oldenlandia lecomtei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia lecomtei?

Oldenlandia lecomtei

What type of plant is Oldenlandia lecomtei?

Herb

Where is Oldenlandia lecomtei found?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

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,