Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pretrophylax
ID:
226839

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi Exped. : 383 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226169

Common Names

  • Leptactina pretrophylax
  • Protective Bark
  • Protective Leaf Bark

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Description

Leptactina pretrophylax (also called 'Pre-Protection Leptactina', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant found in Central and South America. It has a single stem and produces a single flower with a yellow-green color. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is typically found growing in moist, shady environments.

Uses & Benefits

Leptactina pretrophylax is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces small, colorful flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptactina pretrophylax has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptactina pretrophylax is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the root ball. Cultivation requires a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy.

Where to Find Leptactina pretrophylax

Leptactina pretrophylax can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Leptactina pretrophylax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptactina pretrophylax?

Leptactina pretrophylax

What is the common name of Leptactina pretrophylax?

Pretrophylax Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Leptactina pretrophylax?

Mountain rainforest

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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