Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 573 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444869
Common Names
- Levenhookia pusilla
- Pusilla Levenhookia
- Pusilla Fern
Description
Levenhookia pusilla (also called 'Kapok Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to South East Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Levenhookia pusilla is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Levenhookia pusilla are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Levenhookia pusilla is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the rootstock. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Levenhookia pusilla
Levenhookia pusilla can be found in Australia.
Levenhookia pusilla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Levenhookia pusilla?
Levenhookia pusilla
What is the common name of Levenhookia pusilla?
Dwarf levenhookia
Where is Levenhookia pusilla found?
Levenhookia pusilla is found in Australia
Species in the Levenhookia genus
Levenhookia leptantha,
Levenhookia stipitata,
Levenhookia sonderi,
Levenhookia pusilla,
Levenhookia pulcherrima,
Levenhookia octomaculata,
Levenhookia dubia,
Levenhookia chippendalei,
Levenhookia pauciflora,
Levenhookia preissii,
Species in the Stylidiaceae family
Donatia fascicularis,
Donatia novae-zelandiae,
Forstera bellidifolia,
Forstera bidwillii,
Forstera mackayi,
Forstera sedifolia,
Forstera tenella,
Forstera cristis,
Forstera purpurata,
Levenhookia leptantha,
Levenhookia stipitata,
Levenhookia sonderi,
Levenhookia pusilla,
Levenhookia pulcherrima,
Levenhookia octomaculata,
Levenhookia dubia,
Levenhookia chippendalei,
Levenhookia pauciflora,
Levenhookia preissii,
Oreostylidium subulatum,
Phyllachne clavigera,
Phyllachne colensoi,
Phyllachne rubra,
Phyllachne uliginosa,
Stylidium adpressum,
Stylidium aeonioides,
Stylidium affine,
Stylidium longissimum,
Stylidium longitubum,
Stylidium lowrieanum,
Stylidium luteum,
Stylidium macranthum,
Stylidium maitlandianum,
Stylidium maritimum,
Stylidium megacarpum,
Stylidium lobuliflorum,
Stylidium marradongense,
Stylidium simulans,
Stylidium longicornu,
Stylidium soboliferum,
Stylidium spathulatum,
Stylidium limbatum,
Stylidium lineare,
Stylidium lineatum,
Stylidium crossocephalum,
Stylidium clarksonii,
Stylidium claytonioides,
Stylidium confertum,
Stylidium confluens,
Stylidium cordifolium,