Lepiderema largiflorens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
largiflorens
ID:
446904
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Reynolds
Source:
ksu
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 1: 489 (1982 publ. 1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000446236
Common Names
- Large-Flowered Lepiderema
- Large-Flowered Lepiderema Tree
- Large-Flowered Lepiderema Shrub
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lepiderema largiflorens (also called 'Largiflorens Vine', 'Largiflorens Tree', 'Largiflorens Palm' among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-15 feet and has long, narrow leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small and yellow. It is found in tropical forests and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lepiderema largiflorens is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic and for treating wounds. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepiderema largiflorens has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepiderema largiflorens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Lepiderema largiflorens
Lepiderema largiflorens is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar.
Lepiderema largiflorens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepiderema largiflorens?
Lepiderema largiflorens
What is the family of Lepiderema largiflorens?
Sapindaceae
Where is Lepiderema largiflorens native to?
Australia
Species in the Lepiderema genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:902441-1: Based on the initial data import