Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
congolana
ID:
444899

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hauman) C.Cusset

Source:
ksu

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 14: 273 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444231



Common Names

  • Ledermanniella congolana
  • Congolana Ledermanniella
  • Congolana's Ledermanniella


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Description

Ledermanniella congolana (also called Congo Ledermanniella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of up to 10 cm (4 in). Its leaves are linear, narrow and have a pointed tip. It is found in grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ledermanniella congolana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ledermanniella congolana has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ledermanniella congolana is a low-growing, spreading perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Once established, this plant requires minimal care.

Where to Find Ledermanniella congolana

Ledermanniella congolana is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and can be found in the Congo River basin.

Ledermanniella congolana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ledermanniella congolana?

Ledermanniella congolana

What is the common name of Ledermanniella congolana?

Congolese ledermanniella

What is the natural habitat of Ledermanniella congolana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Ledermanniella genus

Ledermanniella minutissima, Ledermanniella pusilla, Ledermanniella tenax, Ledermanniella schlechteri, Ledermanniella sanagaensis, Ledermanniella raynaliorum, Ledermanniella ramosissima, Ledermanniella nicolasii, Ledermanniella musciformis, Ledermanniella monandra, Ledermanniella guineensis, Ledermanniella fluitans, Ledermanniella digitata, Ledermanniella congolana, Ledermanniella jaegeri, Ledermanniella boloensis, Ledermanniella bifurcata, Ledermanniella batangensis, Ledermanniella aloides, Ledermanniella adamesii, Ledermanniella abbayesii, Ledermanniella bowlingii, Ledermanniella thalloidea, Ledermanniella maturiniana, Ledermanniella linearifolia, Ledermanniella letouzeyi, Ledermanniella letestui, Ledermanniella keayi, Ledermanniella tenuifolia, Ledermanniella warmingiana, Ledermanniella onanae, Ledermanniella prasina, Ledermanniella pollardiana, Ledermanniella bosii, Ledermanniella lunda,

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:688320-1: Based on the initial data import