Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ruiz-lealii
ID:
444245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Revista Fac. Ci. Agrar. Univ. Nac. Cuyo 15: 36 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443577



Common Names

  • Lecanophora ruiz-lealii
  • Ruiz-Leal's Lecanophora
  • Lecanophora


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Description

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii (also called Ruiz-Leal's Lecanophora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to the tropical regions of Africa. It typically grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It is best to propagate in spring or summer.

Where to Find Lecanophora ruiz-lealii

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii is native to Central and South America and can be found in the Amazon basin.

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lecanophora ruiz-lealii?

Lecanophora ruiz-lealii

What type of plant is Lecanophora ruiz-lealii?

A flowering plant

Where can Lecanophora ruiz-lealii be found?

It is native to South America

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,