Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gnomus
ID:
223601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Brade ex Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 1: 131 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222930



Common Names

  • Lankesterella gnomus
  • Gnomus's Lankesterella
  • Gnomus's Lankesterella


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Synonyms

  • Lankesterella hoehnei Leite [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos gnomus Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Cladobium gnomus Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Lankesterella gnomus (also called Gnome starwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that typically grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to the Americas and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams. It has small, star-shaped flowers with white petals and yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Lankesterella gnomus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or yellowish-white, fragrant, with 5 petals, about 2 cm in diameter. Seed: Brown, ovoid, about 2.5 mm in diameter. Seedlings: Cotyledons obovate, about 4 mm long, 2 mm wide, apex rounded.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lankesterella gnomus is a small, herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is the easiest and quickest way to propagate this plant. Simply divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall and replant in new locations. Seeds can be sown in the spring in a moist, shady area. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until they germinate.

Where to Find Lankesterella gnomus

Lankesterella gnomus is native to West Africa. It is found in tropical rainforests and is available from nurseries and garden centers.

Lankesterella gnomus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lankesterella gnomus?

Lankesterella gnomus

What type of plant is Lankesterella gnomus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae

Where is Lankesterella gnomus native to?

It is native to tropical Africa

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-107852: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Alexander Curt Brade (1881-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brade' in the authors string.
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.