Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wendtiana
ID:
1328036

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner) Redonda-Mart. & Villaseñor

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers. 84(3): 984 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340490



Common Names

  • Lepidonia wendtiana
  • Wendt's Lepidonia
  • Wendt Lepidonia


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Description

Lepidonia wendtiana (also called Wendt's Lepidonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to Costa Rica and grows in moist forests, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidonia wendtiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidonia wendtiana has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidonia wendtiana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best propagated through division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Lepidonia wendtiana

Lepidonia wendtiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lepidonia wendtiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidonia wendtiana?

Lepidonia wendtiana

Where is Lepidonia wendtiana native to?

Brazil

What is the flower color of Lepidonia wendtiana?

White

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

Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
José Luis Villaseñor (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villaseñor' in the authors string.
Rosario Redonda-Martínez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Redonda-Mart.' in the authors string.