Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
exigua
ID:
23438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 9: 217 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022767



Common Names

  • Slender Skeletonplant
  • Skeletonplant
  • White Skeletonplant


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Description

Lygodesmia exigua (also called Skeleton Plant, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lygodesmia exigua is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lygodesmia exigua is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Madhuca kuchingensis is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species and can reach up to 30 m in height. Its leaves are dark green and leathery, and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature trees and planted in a well-draining soil mix. They should be kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Lygodesmia exigua

Lygodesmia exigua can be found in the western United States and northern Mexico.

Lygodesmia exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Madhuca kuchingensis?

Madhuca kuchingensis

What is the common name of Madhuca kuchingensis?

Kuching mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Madhuca kuchingensis?

Madhuca kuchingensis is found in lowland rainforests of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand

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