Status:
valid
Authors:
Barlow
Source:
ksu
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 22: 550 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000366529
Common Names
- Lepeostegeres deciduus
- Lepeostegeres Deciduous
- Lepeostegeres Falling
Description
Lepeostegeres deciduus (also called Deciduous Lepeostegeres, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has a slender stem and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lepeostegeres deciduus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and as a ground cover in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lepeostegeres deciduus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lepeostegeres deciduus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Lepeostegeres deciduus
Lepeostegeres deciduus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Lepeostegeres deciduus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepeostegeres deciduus?
Lepeostegeres deciduus
What is the common name of Lepeostegeres deciduus?
No common name
Where is Lepeostegeres deciduus found?
Lepeostegeres deciduus is found in the Indian Ocean
Species in the Lepeostegeres genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,