Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
perfoliatus
ID:
446209

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 10: 335 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445541



Common Names

  • Leucocarpus perfoliatus
  • Perfoliate Leucocarpus
  • Perfoliate Leatherleaf


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Synonyms

  • Conobea alata Graham [unknown]

Description

Leucocarpus perfoliatus (also called Leucocarpus perfoliatum, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant species native to South America. It is a small, floating plant with small, oval leaves and small white flowers. It is found in shallow, slow-moving streams and ponds in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocarpus perfoliatus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucocarpus perfoliatus is a small white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocarpus perfoliatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers a well-drained soil and plenty of light. It can be cultivated in a wide range of temperatures and is tolerant of drought and frost.

Where to Find Leucocarpus perfoliatus

Leucocarpus perfoliatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Leucocarpus perfoliatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocarpus perfoliatus?

Leucocarpus perfoliatus

What is the common name of Leucocarpus perfoliatus?

Perfoliate Leucocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Leucocarpus perfoliatus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines

Species in the Leucocarpus genus

Species in the Phrymaceae family

Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,

References

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1026683-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].