Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
heterotepala
ID:
750426

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.J.T.Cardoso, R.J.V.Alves & J.M.A.Braga

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36: 424 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749759

Common Names

  • Langsdorffia Heterotepala
  • Heterotepala Langsdorffia
  • Different-Fruited Langsdorffia

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Description

Langsdorffia heterotepala (also called Heterotepal Langsdorffia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow pea-like flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Langsdorffia heterotepala is a flowering plant native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it produces small white flowers in the spring. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Langsdorffia heterotepala has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Langsdorffia heterotepala is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Langsdorffia heterotepala

Langsdorffia heterotepala is native to South America.

Langsdorffia heterotepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Langsdorffia heterotepala?

Langsdorffia heterotepala

Where is Langsdorffia heterotepala found?

Langsdorffia heterotepala is found in the tropical rainforests of South and Central America.

What type of plant is Langsdorffia heterotepala?

Langsdorffia heterotepala is a shrub or small tree.

Species in the Langsdorffia genus

Species in the Balanophoraceae family

Balanophora abbreviata, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora elongata, Balanophora fargesii, Balanophora fungosa, Balanophora harlandii, Balanophora involucrata, Balanophora japonica, Balanophora latisepala, Balanophora laxiflora, Balanophora lowii, Balanophora nipponica, Balanophora papuana, Balanophora polyandra, Balanophora reflexa, Balanophora subcupularis, Balanophora tobiracola, Balanophora wilderi, Balanophora yakushimensis, Balanophora coralliformis, Chlamydophytum aphyllum, Corynaea crassa, Dactylanthus taylorii, Ditepalanthus afzelii, Ditepalanthus malagasicus, Hachettea austrocaledonica, Helosis cayennensis, Helosis ruficeps, Helosis antillensis, Langsdorffia papuana, Langsdorffia hypogaea, Langsdorffia heterotepala, Langsdorffia malagasica, Lathrophytum peckoltii, Lophophytum rizzoi, Lophophytum weddellii, Lophophytum mirabile, Lophophytum pyramidale, Mystropetalon thomii, Ombrophytum peruvianum, Ombrophytum subterraneum, Ombrophytum violaceum, Ombrophytum microlepis, Ombrophytum guayanense, Rhopalocnemis phalloides, Sarcophyte sanguinea, Sarcophyte piriei, Scybalium jamaicense, Scybalium depressum,

References

Ruy José Válka Alves (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.V.Alves' in the authors string.
João Marcelo Alvarenga Braga (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.A.Braga' in the authors string.
Leandro Jorge Telles Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.T.Cardoso' in the authors string.