Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hainanensis
ID:
226996

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr. & Chun) Pojark.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 20: 271 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226326



Common Names

  • Leptopus hainanensis
  • Hainanensis Leptopus
  • Hainanensis Leptopod


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Synonyms

  • Andrachne hainanensis Merr. & Chun [unknown]
  • Andrachne hainanensis nummulariifolia Merr. & Chun [unknown]

Description

Leptopus hainanensis (also called Hainan Leptopus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to China, where it grows in montane rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leptopus hainanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptopus hainanensis is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptopus hainanensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Leptopus hainanensis

Leptopus hainanensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka.

Leptopus hainanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptopus hainanensis?

Leptopus hainanensis

What is the family of Leptopus hainanensis?

Arecaceae

Where is Leptopus hainanensis found?

China

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-111076: Based on the initial data import
Antonina Pojarkova (1897-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pojark.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.