Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
1332844

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Briggs

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Telopea 16: 30 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345298



Common Names

  • Decipiens Leptocarpus
  • Leptocarpus Decipiens
  • Leptocarpus


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Description

Leptocarpus decipiens (also called Deceptive Leptocarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows in grasslands, heathlands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptocarpus decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptocarpus decipiens has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptocarpus decipiens is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Leptocarpus decipiens

Leptocarpus decipiens is native to Australia.

Leptocarpus decipiens FAQ

What are the common names of Leptocarpus decipiens?

Decipiens Leptocarpus

What is the scientific name of Leptocarpus decipiens?

Leptocarpus decipiens

What is the natural habitat of Leptocarpus decipiens?

It is found in moist, shady areas, usually in shallow water or on wet rocks

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

Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.