Status:
valid
Authors:
(Halford) K.L.Gibbons
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Taxon 69(3): 534. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024700
Description
Scleromitrion leptocaule (also called Slender-Stemmed Scleromitrion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a woody stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Scleromitrion leptocaule has been used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scleromitrion leptocaule is a yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small black seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scleromitrion leptocaule can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Scleromitrion leptocaule
Scleromitrion leptocaule can be found in the Western and Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Scleromitrion leptocaule FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scleromitrion leptocaule?
Scleromitrion leptocaule
What is the family of Scleromitrion leptocaule?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Scleromitrion leptocaule?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Scleromitrion genus
Scleromitrion angustifolium,
Scleromitrion capitatum,
Scleromitrion pauciflorum,
Scleromitrion tenelliflorum,
Scleromitrion diffusum,
Scleromitrion koanum,
Scleromitrion pinifolium,
Scleromitrion verticillatum,
Scleromitrion gracilipes,
Scleromitrion linoides,
Scleromitrion sirayanum,
Scleromitrion delicatum,
Scleromitrion laceyi,
Scleromitrion largiflorens,
Scleromitrion leptocaule,
Scleromitrion subulatum,
Scleromitrion intonsum,
Scleromitrion tenuifolium,
Scleromitrion thysanotum,
Scleromitrion gibsonii,
Scleromitrion scleranthoides,
Scleromitrion brachypodum,
Scleromitrion polycladum,
Scleromitrion kerrii,
Scleromitrion galioides,
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,