Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Hebd. Séances Acad. Sci. 153: 1197 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366519
Common Names
- Lepeostegeres centiflorus
- Lepeostegeres Hundred
- Lepeostegeres Many
Synonyms
- Choristegeres centiflorus Tiegh. [unknown]
- Loranthus centiflorus Stapf [unknown]
Description
Lepeostegeres centiflorus (also called Hundred-flowered Lepeostegeres, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has a slender stem and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lepeostegeres centiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and as a ground cover in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepeostegeres centiflorus has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepeostegeres centiflorus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter and should be planted in full sun or partial shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Lepeostegeres centiflorus
Lepeostegeres centiflorus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Lepeostegeres centiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepeostegeres centiflorus?
Lepeostegeres centiflorus
What is the common name of Lepeostegeres centiflorus?
No common name
Where is Lepeostegeres centiflorus found?
Lepeostegeres centiflorus is found in the Indian Ocean
Species in the Lepeostegeres genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,