Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
canum
ID:
228024

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Exot. Bot. 2: 113 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227354



Common Names

  • Leucosceptrum canum
  • Canum Leucosceptrum
  • Gray Leucosceptrum


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Synonyms

  • Teucrium macrostachyum Wall. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum leucosceptrum D.Don [unknown]
  • Comanthosphace nepalensis Kitam. & Murata [unknown]

Description

Leucosceptrum canum (also called White-Flowered Leucosceptrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of South East Asia. It is an upright shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in tropical forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Leucosceptrum canum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucosceptrum canum has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucosceptrum canum can be propagated by seed or division. Cultivation requires a well-drained soil, full sun, and moderate water. It is tolerant of drought and poor soils.

Where to Find Leucosceptrum canum

Leucosceptrum canum is native to India and can be found in open grasslands and wastelands.

Leucosceptrum canum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucosceptrum canum?

Leucosceptrum canum

What is the common name of Leucosceptrum canum?

Leucosceptrum canum

What is the family of Leucosceptrum canum?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Leucosceptrum genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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