Actinostemon leptopus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptopus
ID:
727049
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, V: 69 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726382
Common Names
- Actinostemon leptopus
- Leptopus Actinostemon
- Leptopus Starburst
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actinostemon leptopus (also called Slender-leaved Actinostemon, among many other common names) is a small shrub with narrow, linear leaves. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemon leptopus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and urinary tract infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinostemon leptopus has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon, a single pair of true leaves, and a single pair of stipules.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostemon leptopus is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical areas of the world. It can be propagated by seed or by stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).
Where to Find Actinostemon leptopus
Actinostemon leptopus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and Australia.
Actinostemon leptopus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemon leptopus?
Actinostemon leptopus
What is the common name of Actinostemon leptopus?
White-flowered starbush
What type of plant is Actinostemon leptopus?
Shrub
Species in the Actinostemon genus
Actinostemon amazonicus, Actinostemon brachypodus, Actinostemon caribaeus, Actinostemon concepcionis, Actinostemon concolor, Actinostemon desertorum, Actinostemon echinatus, Actinostemon glaziovii, Actinostemon guyanensis, Actinostemon imbricatus, Actinostemon klotzschii, Actinostemon lagoensis, Actinostemon lasiocarpus, Actinostemon leptopus, Actinostemon macrocarpus, Actinostemon mandiocanus, Actinostemon schomburgkii, Actinostemon sparsifolius, Actinostemon verticillatus, Actinostemon roseliae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2856: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.