Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
leiperi
ID:
749269

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guymer) C.F.Wilkins & Whitlock

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 316 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748602



Common Names

  • Androcalva leiperi
  • Leiper's False Foxglove
  • Leiperi False Foxglove


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Description

Androcalva leiperi (also called Leiper's Androcalva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet and has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Androcalva leiperi is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and to treat digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Androcalva leiperi has small, yellow flowers with four petals and six stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androcalva leiperi is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a dry, well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Androcalva leiperi

Androcalva leiperi can be found in the western United States, primarily in California.

Androcalva leiperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androcalva leiperi?

Androcalva leiperi

What is the common name of Androcalva leiperi?

Leiper's Caltrop

Where is Androcalva leiperi found?

It is found in the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to Bhutan.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' in the authors string.
Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.
Barbara Ann Whitlock (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitlock' in the authors string.