Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
leonis
ID:
275601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Contr. Ocas. Mus. Hist. Nat. Colegio "De La Salle" 11: 6 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000274933



Common Names

  • Platygyna leonis
  • Leo's Platygyna
  • Dentate Platygyna


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Synonyms

  • Tragia leonis (Alain) Alain [unknown]

Description

Platygyna leonis (also called Lion's Platygyna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial, up to 30 cm tall, with opposite, ovate to elliptic leaves, up to 8 cm long. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in marshes and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Platygyna leonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platygyna leonis is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platygyna leonis is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a greenhouse or indoors. It needs bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Platygyna leonis

Platygyna leonis is native to Mexico and Central America

Platygyna leonis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platygyna leonis?

Platygyna leonis

What are the common names of Platygyna leonis?

Lion's Platygyna, Lion's Spur

Where is Platygyna leonis found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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