Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pobeguinii
ID:
361774

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hua

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 50: 576 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361106



Common Names

  • Lepidagathis Pobeguinii
  • Pobeguinii Lepidagathis
  • Lepidagathis Pobe


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Description

Lepidagathis pobeguinii (also called Pobeguin's Lepidagathis, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and is found in wet grasslands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidagathis pobeguinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a container plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidagathis pobeguinii has small, white flowers with yellowish centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidagathis pobeguinii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Lepidagathis pobeguinii

Lepidagathis pobeguinii is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Lepidagathis pobeguinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidagathis pobeguinii?

Lepidagathis pobeguinii

What are the common names of Lepidagathis pobeguinii?

Pobeguinii Lepidagathis, Pobeguinii Lepidagathis-grass

What is the growth habit of Lepidagathis pobeguinii?

It is a perennial grass with a clumping growth habit.

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

Henri Hua (1861-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hua' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.