Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laticeps
ID:
750334

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.-E.van Wyk) B.-E.van Wyk & Boatwr.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon60: 176 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749667



Common Names

  • Leobordea Laticeps
  • Laticeps Leobordea
  • Broad-Headed Leobordea


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Description

Leobordea laticeps (also called Broad-Headed Leobordea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a globose shape and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and glabrous. It grows in dry and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Leobordea laticeps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leobordea laticeps has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leobordea laticeps is a tender perennial, typically grown as an annual in the garden. It is best grown in rich, moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagate by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Leobordea laticeps

Leobordea laticeps can be found in Mexico.

Leobordea laticeps FAQ

What type of plant is Leobordea laticeps?

Leobordea laticeps is a perennial herb.

What is the natural habitat of Leobordea laticeps?

Leobordea laticeps is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the blooming times of Leobordea laticeps?

Leobordea laticeps blooms in late spring and summer.

Species in the Leobordea genus

Leobordea procumbens, Leobordea difformis, Leobordea globulosa, Leobordea laticeps, Leobordea spicata, Leobordea anthylloides, Leobordea polycephala, Leobordea pentaphylla, Leobordea oligocephala, Leobordea longicephala, Leobordea lanata, Leobordea sutherlandii, Leobordea digitata, Leobordea decumbens, Leobordea benthamiana, Leobordea longiflora, Leobordea magnifica, Leobordea pariflora, Leobordea mucronata, Leobordea stolzii, Leobordea quinata, Leobordea tapetiformis, Leobordea mollis, Leobordea pusilla, Leobordea schoenfelderi, Leobordea stipulosa, Leobordea acuticarpa, Leobordea adpressa, Leobordea arida, Leobordea carinata, Leobordea mirabilis, Leobordea maroccana, Leobordea plicata, Leobordea bracteosa, Leobordea platycarpa, Leobordea bullonii, Leobordea esterhuyseniana, Leobordea newtonii, Leobordea pulchra, Leobordea lanceolata, Leobordea corymbosa, Leobordea grandis, Leobordea foliosa, Leobordea eriantha, Leobordea lupinifolia, Leobordea rosea, Leobordea prolifera, Leobordea furcata, Leobordea divaricata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
James S. Boatwright: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boatwr.' in the authors string.