Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
cernua
ID:
1261058

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Kosterm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 48: 832 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260396

Common Names

  • Lethedon cernua
  • Nodding Lethedon
  • Nodding Lethedon Fern

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Description

Lethedon cernua (also called Nodding Lethedon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen with delicate, lacy leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lethedon cernua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to prevent soil erosion. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lethedon cernua is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lethedon cernua is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Lethedon cernua

Lethedon cernua can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Lethedon cernua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lethedon cernua?

Lethedon cernua

What is the common name of Lethedon cernua?

Cernua

What type of plant is Lethedon cernua?

Aquatic plant

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50195758: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.