Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
leiandra
ID:
1318443

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.T.Wang) Z.J.Qiu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Pl. Petrocosmea China : 116 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330897



Common Names

  • Petrocosmea Leiandra
  • Leiandra Petrocosmea
  • Leiandra's Petrocosmea


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Description

Petrocosmea leiandra (also called Leiandra Petrocosmea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found growing in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Petrocosmea leiandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrocosmea leiandra has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrocosmea leiandra is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Petrocosmea leiandra

Petrocosmea leiandra is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Petrocosmea leiandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrocosmea leiandra?

Petrocosmea leiandra

What is the growth habit of Petrocosmea leiandra?

It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit.

What is the flowering season of Petrocosmea leiandra?

It flowers from late spring to early summer.

Species in the Petrocosmea genus

Petrocosmea umbelliformis, Petrocosmea parryorum, Petrocosmea heterophylla, Petrocosmea kingii, Petrocosmea kerrii, Petrocosmea condorensis, Petrocosmea formosa, Petrocosmea shilinensis, Petrocosmea xingyiensis, Petrocosmea xanthomaculata, Petrocosmea pubescens, Petrocosmea bicolor, Petrocosmea cryptica, Petrocosmea huanjiangensis, Petrocosmea nervosa, Petrocosmea grandiflora, Petrocosmea oblata, Petrocosmea flaccida, Petrocosmea sinensis, Petrocosmea forrestii, Petrocosmea cavaleriei, Petrocosmea barbata, Petrocosmea mairei, Petrocosmea minor, Petrocosmea duclouxii, Petrocosmea martini, Petrocosmea iodioides, Petrocosmea qinlingensis, Petrocosmea rosettifolia, Petrocosmea longipedicellata, Petrocosmea begoniifolia, Petrocosmea confluens, Petrocosmea coerulea, Petrocosmea sichuanensis, Petrocosmea grandifolia, Petrocosmea menglianensis, Petrocosmea sericea, Petrocosmea leiandra, Petrocosmea hexiensis, Petrocosmea funingensis, Petrocosmea melanophthalma,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, 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, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Zhi Jing Qiu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.J.Qiu' in the authors string.