Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
frangulaefolia
ID:
48677

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(2): 487 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048006



Common Names

  • Frangulaefolia Lepidaploa
  • Frangulaefolia
  • Lepidaploa


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Description

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia (also called 'Frangula-Leaved Lepidaploa', among many other common names) is a large, perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia has yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, brown and oblong. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Lepidaploa frangulaefolia

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia FAQ

What is the common name of Lepidaploa frangulaefolia?

Fringe-leaved Lepidaploa

What is the scientific name of Fringe-leaved Lepidaploa?

Lepidaploa frangulaefolia

What is the optimal temperature for Lepidaploa frangulaefolia?

20-25°C

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-146480: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.