Status:
valid
Authors:
(Torr.) Kuntze
Source:
tro
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 459. 1891 [5 Nov 1891]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273647
Common Names
- Leconte's Conradia
- Leconte's Flower
- Leconte's Conradia
Description
Astronidium anomalum (also called Anomalous Astronidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Central and South America and grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Conradia lecontei is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and is used to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conradia lecontei is a small, white to pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Conradia lecontei is a fern that can be propagated from spores. Collect the spores from the underside of the fronds and sow them on a moist, sterile medium. Keep the medium moist and the spores should germinate in a few weeks. It can also be propagated from division, though this is more difficult and less successful.
Where to Find Conradia lecontei
Conradia lecontei is native to the Caribbean.
Conradia lecontei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conradia lecontei?
Conradia lecontei
What is the family of Conradia lecontei?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Conradia lecontei?
Leconte's Conradia
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Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
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Achimenes ixtapaensis,
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Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
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Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
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