Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(2): 267 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445348
Common Names
- Sumatrana Reed
- Leucosyke Sumatrana
- Sumatrana Marsh Grass
Synonyms
- Missiessya sumatrana Blume [unknown]
Description
Leucosyke sumatrana (also called Sumatran Leucosyke, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with long, narrow, pointed leaves. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in wet, shady areas such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Leucosyke sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, cough, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucosyke sumatrana has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucosyke sumatrana is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. To cultivate, it should be planted in a warm, humid environment with well-draining soil. It prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Leucosyke sumatrana
Leucosyke sumatrana can be found in Sumatra.
Leucosyke sumatrana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucosyke sumatrana?
Leucosyke sumatrana
What is the family of Leucosyke sumatrana?
Acanthaceae
What is the common name of Leucosyke sumatrana?
Sumatran leon
Species in the Leucosyke genus
Leucosyke elmeri,
Leucosyke corymbulosa,
Leucosyke clemensii,
Leucosyke celebica,
Leucosyke capitellata,
Leucosyke forbesii,
Leucosyke buderi,
Leucosyke brunnescens,
Leucosyke bornensis,
Leucosyke benguetensis,
Leucosyke aspera,
Leucosyke caudata,
Leucosyke ovalifolia,
Leucosyke ochroneura,
Leucosyke nivea,
Leucosyke negrosensis,
Leucosyke mindorensis,
Leucosyke media,
Leucosyke kjellbergii,
Leucosyke javanica,
Leucosyke hispidissima,
Leucosyke montana,
Leucosyke arcuatovenosa,
Leucosyke pulchra,
Leucosyke weddellii,
Leucosyke winkleri-huberti,
Leucosyke superfluens,
Leucosyke sumatrana,
Leucosyke salomonensis,
Leucosyke rubiginosa,
Leucosyke rizalensis,
Leucosyke puya,
Leucosyke quadrinervia,
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,