Status:
valid
Authors:
Crisp
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.12: 34 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362948
Common Names
- Leptosema chapmanii
- Chapman's Leptosema
- Chapman's Leonhardia
Description
Leptosema chapmanii (also called 'Chapman's Leptosema', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leptosema chapmanii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptosema chapmanii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptosema chapmanii is a shrub that is native to Australia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a light, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Leptosema chapmanii
Leptosema chapmanii is native to Australia. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Leptosema chapmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptosema chapmanii?
Leptosema chapmanii
What is the common name of Leptosema chapmanii?
Chapman's Leptosema
What is the growth habit of Leptosema chapmanii?
It is a deciduous shrub with an upright growth habit.
Species in the Leptosema genus
Leptosema bossiaeoides,
Leptosema anomalum,
Leptosema chambersii,
Leptosema uniflorum,
Leptosema aculeatum,
Leptosema daviesioides,
Leptosema oxylobioides,
Leptosema macrocarpum,
Leptosema tomentosum,
Leptosema villosum,
Leptosema chapmanii,
Leptosema aphyllum,
Leptosema cervicorne,
Species in the Fabaceae family