Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
fangdingianus
ID:
836684

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.T.Li) Voronts. & Petra Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 46 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836019



Common Names

  • Fangdingianus Leptopus
  • Leptopus fangdingianus
  • Fangdingianus Leptopus


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Description

Leptopus fangdingianus (also called Fangding's Leptopus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, typically growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is commonly found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leptopus fangdingianus is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptopus fangdingianus is white, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptopus fangdingianus is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is a small, delicate species with white flowers. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Leptopus fangdingianus

Leptopus fangdingianus is native to China and can be found in dry, rocky soils.

Leptopus fangdingianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptopus fangdingianus?

Leptopus fangdingianus

What is the common name of Leptopus fangdingianus?

Fangding's Leptopus

What is the natural habitat of Leptopus fangdingianus?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Leptopus genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

Maria S. Vorontsova (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Voronts.' in the authors string.
Ping Tao Li (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Li' in the authors string.
Petra Hoffmann (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petra Hoffm.' in the authors string.