Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
laevigatum
ID:
1232954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 1305 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001232292



Common Names

  • Leucophyllum
  • Laevigatum
  • Chihuahuan Sage


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Description

Leucophyllum laevigatum (also called 'Smooth Leucophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and smooth leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leucophyllum laevigatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leucophyllum laevigatum var. griseum (I.M.Johnst.) Henrickson
Leucophyllum laevigatum var. coahuilensis Kiger
Leucophyllum laevigatum var. laevigatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucophyllum laevigatum is small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucophyllum laevigatum is a tropical shrub native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seeds. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.

Where to Find Leucophyllum laevigatum

Leucophyllum laevigatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and the United States.

Leucophyllum laevigatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucophyllum laevigatum?

Leucophyllum laevigatum

What is the common name of Leucophyllum laevigatum?

Smooth Leucophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Leucophyllum laevigatum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:139191-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].