Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gentryi
ID:
1043346

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) A.Delgado

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot.98: 1710 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042684



Common Names

  • Leptospron gentryi
  • Gentryi Leptospron
  • Gentry's Leptospron


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Description

Leptospron gentryi (also called Gentry's Leptospron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a creeping rhizome and linear-lanceolate leaves. Its small, greenish-white flowers are arranged in a terminal raceme. It is found in moist woods, meadows, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Leptospron gentryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptospron gentryi has white flowers with a yellow center and a yellow-green throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptospron gentryi is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate drought conditions. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Leptospron gentryi

Leptospron gentryi is found in Central America.

Species in the Leptospron genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.