Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
1325932

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) Orchard

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 452 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338386



Common Names

  • Lipoblepharis stenophylla
  • Narrow-leaf Lipoblepharis
  • Stenophyllous Lipoblepharis


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Description

Lipoblepharis stenophylla (also called 'Stenophyllous Lipoblepharis', among many other common names) is a shrub found in Southeast Asia. It has a slender stem with small white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in grasslands, deserts, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lipoblepharis stenophylla is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lipoblepharis stenophylla is white and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lipoblepharis stenophylla is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Lipoblepharis stenophylla

Lipoblepharis stenophylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Lipoblepharis stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lipoblepharis stenophylla?

Lipoblepharis stenophylla

What is the common name of Lipoblepharis stenophylla?

Narrow-leaved Lipoblepharis

What is the habitat of Lipoblepharis stenophylla?

Dry grasslands and woodlands

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

Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.