Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
gouldii
ID:
1257796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Al-Shehbaz

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 331 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257134



Common Names

  • Lepidostemon gouldii
  • Gould's Lepidostemon
  • Gould's Lepidostemon Fern


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Description

Lepidostemon gouldii (also called Gould's Lepidostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. This species grows in moist, shady forests, often in the understory of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidostemon gouldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidostemon gouldii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidostemon gouldii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Chihuahuan Desert of Texas and northern Mexico. It is an easy-to-grow plant that requires full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. Cuttings should be taken from the current year's growth and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Lepidostemon gouldii

Lepidostemon gouldii is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Lepidostemon gouldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidostemon gouldii?

Lepidostemon gouldii

What is the common name of Lepidostemon gouldii?

Gould's Leafybract

Where is Lepidostemon gouldii found?

It is found in the mountains of Perak, Malaysia

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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