Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
laxus
ID:
460877

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) B.G.Briggs

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Taxon 50: 891 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000460209



Common Names

  • Leptocarpus Laxus
  • Lax Leptocarpus
  • Lax Wire-grass


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Synonyms

  • Restio diffusus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Restio laxus R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Leptocarpus laxus (also called Loose Leptocarpus, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to North America and Europe. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in woodlands, hedgerows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leptocarpus laxus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptocarpus laxus has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Leptocarpus laxus: This species is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Leptocarpus laxus

Leptocarpus laxus is native to Australia and New Zealand.

Leptocarpus laxus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptocarpus laxus?

Leptocarpus laxus

What is the common name of Leptocarpus laxus?

Lax Rush

Where is Leptocarpus laxus found?

It is found in Australia

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-252298: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.