Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
1332660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Redonda-Mart. & E.Martínez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40(4): 1139 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345114



Common Names

  • Alba Lepidonia
  • Lepidonia Alba
  • Alba


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Description

Lepidonia alba (also called White Lepidonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 0.4 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests. It has leathery, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidonia alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepidonia alba are yellow, bell-shaped, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidonia alba is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Lepidonia alba

Lepidonia alba is native to Mexico.

Lepidonia alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidonia alba?

Lepidonia alba

What is the common name of Lepidonia alba?

White Lepidonia

What is the native range of Lepidonia alba?

India

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

Esteban Martínez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Martínez' in the authors string.
Rosario Redonda-Martínez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Redonda-Mart.' in the authors string.