Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
227508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauvis.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Bot. Lyon 26: 88 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226838



Common Names

  • Leptostylis micrantha
  • Small-flowered Leptostylis
  • Small-flowered Plume


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Synonyms

  • Heteromera rotundifolium Montrouz. ex Beauvis. [unknown]

Description

Leptostylis micrantha (also called Small-flowered Leptostylis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has white flowers. It prefers sunny areas and is found in dry woods and sandhills.

Uses & Benefits

Leptostylis micrantha is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging and screening, and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey, and its essential oils are used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptostylis micrantha has white, five-petalled flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are followed by woody capsules containing small, black seeds. Seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptostylis micrantha is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Leptostylis micrantha

Leptostylis micrantha is native to Central and South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Leptostylis micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptostylis micrantha?

Leptostylis micrantha

What are the common names of Leptostylis micrantha?

Small Leptostylis, Small Leptostylis

What is the growth habit of Leptostylis micrantha?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall.

Species in the Leptostylis genus

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,