Leptolaena gautieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gautieri
ID:
627787
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.E.Schatz & Lowry
Source:
iplants
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 23: 180 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627119
Common Names
- Leptolaena gautieri
- Gautier's Leptolaena
- Gautieri Leptolaena
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptolaena gautieri (also called 'Gautier's Leptolaena', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of South America. It has a rosette of leaves at the base, and its stems are covered with short hairs. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptolaena gautieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: small, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptolaena gautieri is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Where to Find Leptolaena gautieri
Leptolaena gautieri is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests.
Leptolaena gautieri FAQ
What type of plant is Leptolaena gautieri?
Leptolaena gautieri is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Leptolaena gautieri found?
Leptolaena gautieri is found in tropical Africa.
What are the characteristics of Leptolaena gautieri?
Leptolaena gautieri is a small shrub with small white flowers.
Species in the Leptolaena genus
Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family
Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,
References
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.