Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
depilatus
ID:
1332845

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G.Briggs

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Telopea 16: 33 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345299



Common Names

  • Depilatus Leptocarpus
  • Leptocarpus Depilatus
  • Leptocarpus


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Leptocarpus depilatus 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 depilatus 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 depilatus is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome or by seed. The rhizome should be divided in the spring or fall and the seed should be sown in the spring. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Leptocarpus depilatus

Leptocarpus depilatus is native to Australia.

Leptocarpus depilatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptocarpus depilatus?

Leptocarpus depilatus

What is the common name of Leptocarpus depilatus?

Hairy-leaved Leptocarpus

Where is Leptocarpus depilatus found?

Leptocarpus depilatus is found in Southeast Asia

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.