Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
leiocalyx
ID:
157799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
ipni

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 113 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157128



Common Names

  • Lepistemon Leiocalyx
  • Mountain Bottlebrush
  • Bottlebrush Grevillea


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Description

Lepistemon leiocalyx (also called Lemon-scented Teatree, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland, and in heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Lepistemon leiocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of medicines and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepistemon leiocalyx has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two to three fan-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepistemon leiocalyx is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Lepistemon leiocalyx

Lepistemon leiocalyx can be found in the tropical rainforests of Australia.

Lepistemon leiocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepistemon leiocalyx?

Lepistemon leiocalyx

What are the common names of Lepistemon leiocalyx?

Leiocalyx Spleenwort, Leiocalyx Spleenwort Fern

What is the natural habitat of Lepistemon leiocalyx?

It is found in tropical West Africa

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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