Status:
valid
Authors:
(Diels) Hunz.
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 10: 46. 1977
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001022168
Common Names
- Leptoglossis lomana
- Loma Leptoglossis
- Loma Leptoglossis
Description
Leptoglossis lomana (also called 'Leptoglossis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are lobed and its flowers are white and yellow. It is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoglossis lomana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat fever and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leptoglossis lomana is white and tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptoglossis lomana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Leptoglossis lomana
Leptoglossis lomana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.
Species in the Leptoglossis genus
Species in the Solanaceae family