Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
816518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 2: 220 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815852



Common Names

  • Licania leptostachya
  • Leptostachya Licania
  • Leptostachya Licania Tree


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Description

Licania leptostachya (also called Slender-stalked Licania, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry to mesic forests, woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Licania leptostachya is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licania leptostachya has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania leptostachya is a species of evergreen tree native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take 4-6 inch stem cuttings and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Licania leptostachya

Licania leptostachya can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Licania leptostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania leptostachya?

Licania leptostachya

What is the common name of Licania leptostachya?

Leptostachyous Licania

What is the natural habitat of Licania leptostachya?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Licania genus

Licania velutina, Licania cidii, Licania pittieri, Licania ferreirae, Licania cuyabenensis, Licania teixeirae, Licania tocantina, Licania nelsonii, Licania arianeae, Licania lamentanda, Licania naviculistipula, Licania santosii, Licania sandwithii, Licania rodriguesii, Licania riedelii, Licania piresii, Licania paraensis, Licania niloi, Licania maxima, Licania marleneae, Licania savannarum, Licania silvae, Licania tepuiensis, Licania stewardii, Licania lanceolata, Licania aracaensis, Licania cordata, Licania bracteata, Licania blackii, Licania bellingtonii, Licania bahiensis, Licania apiculata, Licania belemii, Licania jimenezii, Licania irwinii, Licania impressa, Licania couepiifolia, Licania furfuracea, Licania foldatsii, Licania fanshawei, Licania harlingii, Licania roraimensis, Licania robusta, Licania rufescens, Licania incana, Licania hypoleuca, Licania hoehnei, Licania hitchcockii, Licania indurata, Licania glauca,

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-353784: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.