Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 129(2): 143 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014257
Common Names
- Opposite-Leaved Leucoptera
- Opposite-Leaved Whitetop
- Opposite-Leaved Whitetop Aster
Description
Leucoptera oppositifolia (also called Opposite-leaved White-cotton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leucoptera oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucoptera oppositifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin stems and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucoptera oppositifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Leucoptera oppositifolia
Leucoptera oppositifolia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.
Leucoptera oppositifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucoptera oppositifolia?
Leucoptera oppositifolia
What is the common name of Leucoptera oppositifolia?
Opposite-leaved Leucoptera
What is the natural habitat of Leucoptera oppositifolia?
Dry and disturbed areas
Species in the Leucoptera 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,