Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
leptoceras
ID:
653413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Reveal & Hardham

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 66(2): 87. 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652745



Common Names

  • Dodecahema leptoceras
  • Leptoceras Dodecahema
  • Dodecahema


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Synonyms

  • Centrostegia leptoceras A.Gray [unknown]
  • Chorizanthe leptoceras (A.Gray) S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Dodecahema leptoceras (also called Slender Dodecahema, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dodecahema leptoceras is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dodecahema leptoceras is a white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dodecahema leptoceras: This plant prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect sunlight. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and the plant should be fertilized every few weeks. Propagation can be done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Dodecahema leptoceras

Dodecahema leptoceras is native to India and can be found in the Himalayas.

Dodecahema leptoceras FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dodecahema leptoceras?

Dodecahema leptoceras

What type of plant is Dodecahema leptoceras?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Dodecahema leptoceras native to?

It is native to India

Species in the Dodecahema genus

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773630: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.
Clare Butterworth Hardham (1918-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hardham' in the authors string.