Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
borinquensis
ID:
68594

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 483 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067923



Common Names

  • Lepidaploa borinquensis
  • Borinquen Lepidaploa
  • Borinquen False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia borinquensis Urban [deprecated]
  • Vernonia borinquensis resinosa Gleason [unknown]
  • Vernonia borinquensis hirsuta Gleason [unknown]
  • Vernonia borinquensis stahlii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Lepidaploa borinquensis (also called Puerto Rican lepidaploa, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Puerto Rico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa borinquensis is a small shrub that is native to Puerto Rico. It is often used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has a mild, sweet flavor. The flowers can be used to make a fragrant syrup or used as a garnish on desserts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaploa borinquensis has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa borinquensis is a perennial plant that is native to Puerto Rico. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring.

Where to Find Lepidaploa borinquensis

Lepidaploa borinquensis is native to Puerto Rico and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Lepidaploa borinquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaploa borinquensis?

Lepidaploa borinquensis

What is the common name of Lepidaploa borinquensis?

Borinquen Lepidaploa

What is the natural habitat of Lepidaploa borinquensis?

Dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands

What is the flowering period of Lepidaploa borinquensis?

April to June

Species in the Lepidaploa genus

Lepidaploa jenssenii, Lepidaploa macahensis, Lepidaploa luetzelburgii, Lepidaploa cotoneaster, Lepidaploa karstenii, Lepidaploa carachensis, Lepidaploa diazlunana, Lepidaploa arborescens, Lepidaploa segregata, Lepidaploa sordidopapposa, Lepidaploa tortuosa, Lepidaploa ferreyrae, Lepidaploa pseudaurea, Lepidaploa zumbadorensis, Lepidaploa coulonioides, Lepidaploa bahiana, Lepidaploa leptoclada, Lepidaploa chamissonis, Lepidaploa rufogrisea, Lepidaploa desiliens, Lepidaploa harrisii, Lepidaploa lilacina, Lepidaploa imeriensis, Lepidaploa canescens, Lepidaploa trinitatis, Lepidaploa gnaphalioides, Lepidaploa silvae, Lepidaploa sclareifolia, Lepidaploa glabra, Lepidaploa ehretiifolia, Lepidaploa balansae, Lepidaploa pellita, Lepidaploa yunquensis, Lepidaploa tristis, Lepidaploa helophila, Lepidaploa rimachii, Lepidaploa subsquarrosa, Lepidaploa araguensis, Lepidaploa sclareaefolia, Lepidaploa chinchipensis, Lepidaploa grisea, Lepidaploa sororia, Lepidaploa vauthieriana, Lepidaploa sericea, Lepidaploa pluvialis, Lepidaploa tombadorensis, Lepidaploa uniflora, Lepidaploa trilectorum, Lepidaploa complicata, Lepidaploa aristosquamosa,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-24781: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.