Acianthus ledwardii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ledwardii
ID:
306956
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rupp
Source:
wcs
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Queensland Naturalist 10: 113 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306288
Common Names
- Ledward's Acianthus
- Ledward's Grass Orchid
- Acianthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acianthus ledwardii (also called 'Ledward's acianthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India. It grows in tropical forests at elevations of up to 1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Acianthus ledwardii has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, a groundcover, and a windbreak. Its leaves can also be used for weaving baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acianthus ledwardii are small and yellowish-green, and appear in clusters at the end of the branches. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acianthus ledwardii is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Acianthus ledwardii
Acianthus ledwardii can be found in tropical forests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
Acianthus ledwardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acianthus ledwardii?
Acianthus ledwardii
What is the common name of Acianthus ledwardii?
Lipstick Plant
What is the natural habitat of Acianthus ledwardii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Acianthus genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1876: Based on the initial data import
Herman Rupp (1872-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupp' in the authors string.