Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petelotii
ID:
1228700

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) C.J.Chen

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. Xizang. 1: 546 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228038

Common Names

  • Lecanthus Petelotii
  • Petelotii Lecanthus
  • Petelotii Lichen

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Uses & Benefits

Lecanthus petelotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lecanthus petelotii var. corniculatus C.J.Chen
Lecanthus petelotii var. yunnanensis C.J.Chen
Lecanthus petelotii var. petelotii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lecanthus petelotii is white, with five petals, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, round, black seed, about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lecanthus petelotii is a perennial herb with a long-lasting root system. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lecanthus petelotii

Lecanthus petelotii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Lecanthus petelotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lecanthus petelotii?

Lecanthus petelotii

What is the common name of Lecanthus petelotii?

Petelot's lecanthus

What type of plant is Lecanthus petelotii?

Perennial herb

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

François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Chia Jui Chen (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Chen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:912749-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.