Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
unguiculatum
ID:
1183039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 150 1863

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182377





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Description

Leucophanes unguiculatum (also called Claw-shaped Leucophanes, among many other common names) is a floating aquatic plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of round leaves with a spongy texture and claw-shaped petioles. It is found in shallow, slow-moving waters, such as ponds, lakes, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Leucophanes unguiculatum has been used as a traditional medicine in some cultures to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucophanes unguiculatum is white with yellowish-green veins, and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, round and brown in color. The seedlings are about 1 cm long, with a single cotyledon and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Leucophanes unguiculatum: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in early spring or late summer. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Leucophanes unguiculatum

Leucophanes unguiculatum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Leucophanes unguiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucophanes unguiculatum?

Leucophanes unguiculatum

What is the common name of Leucophanes unguiculatum?

Unguiculatum Frogbit

What is the natural habitat of Leucophanes unguiculatum?

Temperate ponds, lakes, and streams

Species in the Calymperaceae family

Arthrocormus schimperi, Calymperes robinsonii, Calymperes rubiginosum, Calymperes aeruginosum, Calymperes afzelii, Calymperes beccarii, Calymperes boulayi, Calymperes couguiense, Calymperes crassinerve, Calymperes erosum, Calymperes fasciculatum, Calymperes graeffeanum, Calymperes guildingii, Calymperes guineense, Calymperes hispidum, Calymperes levyanum, Calymperes linearifolium, Calymperes lonchophyllum, Calymperes loucoubense, Calymperes mangalorense, Calymperes moluccense, Calymperes motleyi, Calymperes nanum, Calymperes nicaraguense, Calymperes othmeri, Calymperes palisotii, Calymperes pallidum, Calymperes pintasii, Calymperes platyloma, Calymperes porrectum, Calymperes pungens, Calymperes schmidtii, Calymperes serratum, Calymperes smithii, Calymperes strictifolium, Calymperes subintegrum, Calymperes subserratum, Calymperes tahitense, Calymperes tenerum, Calymperes thomeanum, Calymperes venezuelanum, Calymperes bartramii, Calymperes noakhalense, Calymperes mitrafugax, Calymperes boninense, Calymperes norkettii, Calymperes woodii, Calymperes serratioides, Exodictyon dentatum, Exodictyon incrassatum,

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35160410: Based on data supplied by Bryonames