Lepidagathis gossweileri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
361836
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 49: 298 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361168
Common Names
- Gossweiler's Water-willow
- Gossweiler's Water Willow
- Gossweiler's Waterwillow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepidagathis gossweileri (also called 'Gossweiler's False Nettle', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and Botswana. It is found in dry, open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lepidagathis gossweileri is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepidagathis gossweileri has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepidagathis gossweileri is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Lepidagathis gossweileri
Lepidagathis gossweileri is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Lepidagathis gossweileri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis gossweileri?
Lepidagathis gossweileri
What is the family of Lepidagathis gossweileri?
Acanthaceae
What is the common name of Lepidagathis gossweileri?
Gossweiler's lepidagathis
Species in the Lepidagathis genus
Lepidagathis spinosa, Lepidagathis walkeriana, Lepidagathis spicifer, Lepidagathis backeri, Lepidagathis bandraensis, Lepidagathis barberi, Lepidagathis billardiereana, Lepidagathis ceylainca, Lepidagathis brevispica, Lepidagathis armata, Lepidagathis cambodiana, Lepidagathis cataractae, Lepidagathis alopecuroides, Lepidagathis angustifolia, Lepidagathis anobrya, Lepidagathis appendiculata, Lepidagathis chariensis, Lepidagathis amaranthoides, Lepidagathis dulcis, Lepidagathis epacridea, Lepidagathis eriocephala, Lepidagathis eucephala, Lepidagathis eugeniifolia, Lepidagathis dispar, Lepidagathis fischeri, Lepidagathis staurogynoides, Lepidagathis falcata, Lepidagathis chlorostachya, Lepidagathis cinerea, Lepidagathis clarkei, Lepidagathis clavata, Lepidagathis cristata, Lepidagathis dissimilis, Lepidagathis dahomensis, Lepidagathis collina, Lepidagathis palawanensis, Lepidagathis pallescens, Lepidagathis papuana, Lepidagathis parviflora, Lepidagathis psilantha, Lepidagathis peniculifera, Lepidagathis plantaginea, Lepidagathis pobeguinii, Lepidagathis tenuis, Lepidagathis glandulosa, Lepidagathis thorelii, Lepidagathis thymifolia, Lepidagathis thyrsiflora, Lepidagathis tisserantii, Lepidagathis oubanguiensis,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.