Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Cronquist & Stuessy in Cronquist
Source:
gcc
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Madroño 20: 256 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041646
Common Names
- Lecocarpus Leptolobus
- Lecocarpus
- Lecocarpus Tree
Description
Lecocarpus leptolobus (also called Slender-lobed Lecocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 m in height and has white flowers. It is found in moist, grassy areas and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lecocarpus leptolobus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antispasmodic properties and is used to treat digestive issues, respiratory problems, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lecocarpus leptolobus is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green colour.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lecocarpus leptolobus is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until rooted. Division can be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Lecocarpus leptolobus
Lecocarpus leptolobus is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the region.
Lecocarpus leptolobus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lecocarpus leptolobus?
Lecocarpus leptolobus
What is the common name of Lecocarpus leptolobus?
Leptolobus Lecocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Lecocarpus leptolobus?
It is native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador and is found in montane forests and grasslands
Species in the Lecocarpus genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,