Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
ledermannii
ID:
635059

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.P.Winkl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 581 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634391

Common Names

  • Cypholophus Ledermannii
  • Ledermann's Cypholophus
  • Ledermannii Cypholophus

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Description

Cypholophus ledermannii (also called Ledermann's Cypholophus, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with small, star-shaped, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cypholophus ledermannii is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cypholophus ledermannii is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single, thin, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cypholophus ledermannii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings.

Where to Find Cypholophus ledermannii

Cypholophus ledermannii is native to India and can be found in the western and central parts of the country.

Cypholophus ledermannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cypholophus ledermannii?

Cypholophus ledermannii

What type of plant is Cypholophus ledermannii?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Cypholophus ledermannii?

Grasslands and scrub

Species in the Cypholophus genus

Cypholophus brunneolus, Cypholophus chamaephyton, Cypholophus coeruleus, Cypholophus decipiens, Cypholophus ellipticus, Cypholophus englerianus, Cypholophus friesianus, Cypholophus gjellerupii, Cypholophus integer, Cypholophus kerewensis, Cypholophus latifolius, Cypholophus ledermannii, Cypholophus lutescens, Cypholophus macrocephalus, Cypholophus melanocarpoides, Cypholophus melanocarpus, Cypholophus microphyllus, Cypholophus montanus, Cypholophus nummularis, Cypholophus pachycarpus, Cypholophus patens, Cypholophus prostratus, Cypholophus pulleanus, Cypholophus radicans, Cypholophus reticulatus, Cypholophus rotundifolius, Cypholophus rudis, Cypholophus stipulatus, Cypholophus trapula, Cypholophus treubii, Cypholophus vaccinioides, Cypholophus velutinus, Cypholophus vestitus, Cypholophus warburgianus, Cypholophus anisoneurus,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:851372-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.