Leucas mukerjiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Subba Rao & Kumari
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 10: 358 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227101
Common Names
- Mukerji's Leucas
- Mukerji's False Daisy
- Mukerji's Lantana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leucas mukerjiana (also called 'Mukerji Leucas' and 'Mukerji Toopi', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It is found in open grassland, bushland, and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leucas mukerjiana has been used as an insect repellent, a medicinal plant, and a source of fuelwood. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Leucas mukerjiana are white and tubular in shape. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leucas mukerjiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by stem cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Leucas mukerjiana
Leucas mukerjiana is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests.
Leucas mukerjiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucas mukerjiana?
Leucas mukerjiana
What is the common name of Leucas mukerjiana?
Mukerjiana Leucas
What is the natural habitat of Leucas mukerjiana?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Leucas genus
Leucas abyssinica, Leucas aequistylosa, Leucas aggerestris, Leucas alba, Leucas alluaudii, Leucas anandaraoana, Leucas angularis, Leucas angustissima, Leucas argentea, Leucas aspera, Leucas bakeri, Leucas biflora, Leucas bracteosa, Leucas calostachys, Leucas capensis, Leucas cephalantha, Leucas cephalotes, Leucas chinensis, Leucas ciliata, Leucas clarkei, Leucas collettii, Leucas cuneifolia, Leucas decemdentata, Leucas deflexa, Leucas densiflora, Leucas deodikarii, Leucas dhofarensis, Leucas diffusa, Leucas discolor, Leucas ebracteata, Leucas eriostoma, Leucas flagellifera, Leucas glabrata, Leucas grandis, Leucas helferi, Leucas helianthemifolia, Leucas helicterifolia, Leucas hephaestis, Leucas hirta, Leucas hirundinaris, Leucas hyssopifolia, Leucas inflata, Leucas jamesii, Leucas kishenensis, Leucas lamiifolia, Leucas lanata, Leucas lanceaefolia, Leucas lavandulifolia, Leucas longifolia, Leucas macrantha,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-111818: Based on the initial data import
Gorti Venkata Subba Rao (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Subba Rao' in the authors string.
Gorti Raghawa Kumari (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kumari' in the authors string.