Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
446815

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Reynolds

Source:
ksu

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 1: 489 (1982 publ. 1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446147



Common Names

  • Lepiderema hirsuta
  • Hirsuta Lepiderema
  • Lepiderema


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Description

Lepiderema hirsuta (also called Hairy Lepiderema, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial plant in the Plantaginaceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions and grows in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lepiderema hirsuta is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepiderema hirsuta has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepiderema hirsuta is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Lepiderema hirsuta

Lepiderema hirsuta is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Lepiderema hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepiderema hirsuta?

Lepiderema hirsuta

What is the common name of Lepiderema hirsuta?

Hairy Lepiderema

What is the family of Lepiderema hirsuta?

Myrtaceae

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References