Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl. & K.Krause
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 555 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444811
Common Names
- Leptonychia pallidiflora
- Pallidiflora Leptonychia
- Pallidiflora
Description
Leptonychia pallidiflora (also called Pale-flowered Leptonychia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces small white flowers. It usually grows in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and forest edges.
Uses & Benefits
Leptonychia pallidiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptonychia pallidiflora has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptonychia pallidiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Leptonychia pallidiflora
Leptonychia pallidiflora can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Leptonychia pallidiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptonychia pallidiflora?
Leptonychia pallidiflora
What is the family of Leptonychia pallidiflora?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Leptonychia pallidiflora?
Africa
Species in the Leptonychia genus
Leptonychia subtomentosa,
Leptonychia tessmannii,
Leptonychia youngii,
Leptonychia urophylla,
Leptonychia tokana,
Leptonychia caudata,
Leptonychia echinocarpa,
Leptonychia tenuipes,
Leptonychia chrysocarpa,
Leptonychia lasiogyne,
Leptonychia batangensis,
Leptonychia banahaensis,
Leptonychia bampsii,
Leptonychia mildbraedii,
Leptonychia pubescens,
Leptonychia parviflora,
Leptonychia pallidiflora,
Leptonychia multiflora,
Leptonychia kamerunensis,
Leptonychia macrantha,
Leptonychia longicuspidata,
Leptonychia lokundjensis,
Leptonychia ledermannii,
Leptonychia molundensis,
Leptonychia occidentalis,
Leptonychia pallida,
Leptonychia usambarensis,
Leptonychia urophylla,
Leptonychia lanceolata,
Leptonychia adolfi-friederici,
Leptonychia densivenia,
Leptonychia fernandopoana,
Leptonychia melanocarpa,
Leptonychia dewildei,
Leptonychia devillei,
Leptonychia semlikensis,
Leptonychia wagemansii,
Leptonychia mayumbensis,
Leptonychia brieyi,
Leptonychia moyesiae,
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,