Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
arnottiana
ID:
367148

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Korth.) Danser

Source:
ksu

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Blumea 2: 37 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366480



Common Names

  • Arnottiana Lepidaria
  • Lepidaria arnottiana
  • Lepidaria bicarinata


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus arnottianus Korth. [unknown]
  • Loranthus maingayi Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe arnottiana Miq. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe maingayi Tiegh. [unknown]

Description

Lepidaria arnottiana (also called Arnott's Lepidaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India and grows in grasslands and meadows. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidaria arnottiana 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

Lepidaria arnottiana has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidaria arnottiana 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 Lepidaria arnottiana

Lepidaria arnottiana is found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar.

Lepidaria arnottiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidaria arnottiana?

Lepidaria arnottiana

What is the common name of Lepidaria arnottiana?

Arnott's Lepidaria

What is the natural habitat of Lepidaria arnottiana?

Grassy slopes, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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,

References

Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
B. H. Danser (1891-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:548928-1: Based on the initial data import