Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
urticifolia
ID:
1325928

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Orchard

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 440 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338382



Common Names

  • Lipoblepharis urticifolia
  • Nettle-leaf Lipoblepharis
  • Urtica-leaf Lipoblepharis


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Description

Lipoblepharis urticifolia (also called 'Urticifolia 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 urticifolia 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lipoblepharis urticifolia sub. hortorum Orchard
Lipoblepharis urticifolia sub. urticifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lipoblepharis urticifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings of this plant are thin and have a long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lipoblepharis urticifolia is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Lipoblepharis urticifolia

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

Lipoblepharis urticifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lipoblepharis urticifolia?

Lipoblepharis urticifolia

What is the common name of Lipoblepharis urticifolia?

Nettle-leaved Lipoblepharis

What is the habitat of Lipoblepharis urticifolia?

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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.