Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
ksu
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 222 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443855
Common Names
- Legnephora minutiflora
- Minutiflora Legnephora
- Legnephora Minutiflora
Synonyms
- Legnephora nyctericarpa Diels [unknown]
- Tinospora minutiflora K.Schum. [unknown]
Description
Legnephora minutiflora (also called Small-flowered Legnephora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can grow up to 3 meters tall and has small white flowers. Its native habitat is in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Legnephora minutiflora is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Legnephora minutiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Legnephora minutiflora is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Legnephora minutiflora
Legnephora minutiflora can be found in tropical Africa.
Legnephora minutiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Legnephora minutiflora?
Legnephora minutiflora
Where does Legnephora minutiflora grow?
Legnephora minutiflora grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
What is the common name of Legnephora minutiflora?
Legnephora minutiflora is commonly known as the Small-flowered Legnephora.
Species in the Legnephora genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,