Lepisanthes kinabaluensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
446882
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leenh.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 73 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446214
Common Names
- Kinabalu Rusty Fig
- Kinabalu Rusty Fig Tree
- Kinabalu Rusty Fig Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis (also called Kinabalu Lepisanthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are oblong and up to 10 cm long. Its flowers are white, with a tube up to 2 cm long.
Uses & Benefits
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. It is also known to help reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Lepisanthes kinabaluensis
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepisanthes kinabaluensis?
Lepisanthes kinabaluensis
What is the family of Lepisanthes kinabaluensis?
Sapindaceae
Where is Lepisanthes kinabaluensis native to?
Australia
Species in the Lepisanthes genus
Lepisanthes falcata, Lepisanthes erecta, Lepisanthes divaricata, Lepisanthes dictyophylla, Lepisanthes membranifolia, Lepisanthes burmanica, Lepisanthes ferruginea, Lepisanthes kinabaluensis, Lepisanthes amoena, Lepisanthes mixta, Lepisanthes banaensis, Lepisanthes aphanococca, Lepisanthes amplifolia, Lepisanthes bengalan, Lepisanthes alata, Lepisanthes andamanica, Lepisanthes ramiflora, Lepisanthes simplicifolia, Lepisanthes senegalensis, Lepisanthes tetraphylla, Lepisanthes multijuga, Lepisanthes unilocularis, Lepisanthes sambiranensis, Lepisanthes perrieri, Lepisanthes chrysotricha, Lepisanthes fruticosa, Lepisanthes browniana, Lepisanthes hainanensis, Lepisanthes basicardia, Lepisanthes rubiginosa, Lepisanthes cauliflora, Lepisanthes oligophylla,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Pieter Willem Leenhouts (1926-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783505-1: Based on the initial data import