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
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.
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 Hypodiscus genus
Hypodiscus alboaristatus,
Hypodiscus alternans,
Hypodiscus argenteus,
Hypodiscus aristatus,
Hypodiscus laevigatus,
Hypodiscus montanus,
Hypodiscus neesii,
Hypodiscus procurrens,
Hypodiscus rigidus,
Hypodiscus rugosus,
Hypodiscus squamosus,
Hypodiscus striatus,
Hypodiscus sulcatus,
Hypodiscus synchroolepis,
Hypodiscus willdenovia,
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,