Status:
valid
Authors:
S.S.Chien & C.J.Chen
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 21: 348 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228037
Common Names
- Lecanthus Pileoides
- Pileoides Lecanthus
- Pileoides Lichen
Uses & Benefits
Lecanthus pileoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lecanthus pileoides 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lecanthus pileoides 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 pileoides
Lecanthus pileoides can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Lecanthus pileoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lecanthus pileoides?
Lecanthus pileoides
What is the common name of Lecanthus pileoides?
Pileoides lecanthus
What type of plant is Lecanthus pileoides?
Perennial herb
Species in the Lecanthus genus
Species in the Urticaceae family
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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,