Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
1334407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) P.Gonzáles

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 23(1): 114 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346861

Common Names

  • Lomanthus cuatrecasasii
  • Cuatrecasasii Lomanthus
  • Lomanthus Cuatrecasasii

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Description

Lomanthus cuatrecasasii (also called 'Cuatrecasasii Lomanthus', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It has thin, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lomanthus cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomanthus cuatrecasasii is a small, white to yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomanthus cuatrecasasii is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Lomanthus cuatrecasasii

Lomanthus cuatrecasasii can be found in the Cuatrecasasii Mountains of Colombia.

Lomanthus cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomanthus cuatrecasasii?

Lomanthus cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Lomanthus cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas' Lomanthus

What is the natural habitat of Lomanthus cuatrecasasii?

Tropical forests of Colombia

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Paúl Gonzáles: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Gonzáles' in the authors string.