Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
chilense
ID:
359943

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Molina) Kuijt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Taxon 34: 692 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359275



Common Names

  • Lepidoceras chilense
  • Chilean Lepidoceras
  • Chilean Lepidoceras Plant


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Synonyms

  • Viscum chilense Molina [unknown]
  • Lepidoceras dombeyi Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Lepidoceras chilense (also called Chilean Lepidoceras, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is a small, erect shrub up to 0.5 m tall with yellow, tubular flowers. It is native to Chile and is found in heathlands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidoceras chilense is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centres. Seed: Small, dark brown and oval. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a waxy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidoceras chilense is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lepidoceras chilense

Lepidoceras chilense is native to Chile.

Lepidoceras chilense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidoceras chilense?

Lepidoceras chilense

What type of plant is Lepidoceras chilense?

Lepidoceras chilense is a shrub.

Where is Lepidoceras chilense found?

Lepidoceras chilense is found in Chile.

Species in the Lepidoceras genus

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2339375: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Juan Ignazio Molina (1740-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molina' in the authors string.
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.