Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
leandriana
ID:
837845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Petra Hoffm. & McPherson) Petra Hoffm. & McPherson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 94: 546 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837180



Common Names

  • Wielandia Leandriana
  • Leandriana Leandre's Wielandia
  • Leandriana Leandre's


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Description

Wielandia leandriana (also called 'Leandri's Wielandia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Madagascar. It grows in grassy woodlands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wielandia leandriana is used as an ornamental plant, in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wielandia leandriana is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wielandia leandriana is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Wielandia leandriana

Wielandia leandriana is native to Madagascar and can be found in dry deciduous forests.

Wielandia leandriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wielandia leandriana?

Wielandia leandriana

Where is Wielandia leandriana found?

Wielandia leandriana is found in Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Wielandia leandriana?

Wielandia leandriana is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.

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-374502: Based on the initial data import
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.
Petra Hoffmann (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petra Hoffm.' in the authors string.