Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
robinsonii
ID:
227015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 495 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226345



Common Names

  • Leptopus robinsonii
  • Robinsonii Leptopus
  • Robinsonii Leptopod


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Synonyms

  • Andrachne robinsonii (Airy Shaw) Govaerts [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Leptopus robinsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leptopus robinsonii 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 robinsonii 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 robinsonii

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

Leptopus robinsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptopus robinsonii?

Leptopus robinsonii

What is the family of Leptopus robinsonii?

Arecaceae

Where is Leptopus robinsonii found?

India

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,

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