Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
laevigatus
ID:
444956

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 489 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444288

Common Names

  • Hypodiscus laevigatus
  • Laevigatus Hypodiscus
  • Laevigatus's Hypodiscus

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Synonyms

  • Boeckhia laevigata Kunth [unknown]
  • Dovea binata Steud. [unknown]
  • Hypodiscus binatus Mast. [unknown]

Description

Hypodiscus laevigatus (also called 'Smooth Hypodiscus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hypodiscus laevigatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypodiscus laevigatus has white to pinkish-purple flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and smooth. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypodiscus laevigatus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hypodiscus laevigatus

Hypodiscus laevigatus is native to the tropical rainforest of French Guiana.

Hypodiscus laevigatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypodiscus laevigatus?

Hypodiscus laevigatus

What is the common name of Hypodiscus laevigatus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Hypodiscus laevigatus?

Hypodiscus laevigatus is found in tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-249527: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.