Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tennant) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72(2): 279. 2017 [24 Jun 2017] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424514
Description
Neocussonia lukwangulensis (also called Lukwangul Neocussonia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Africa. It is a terrestrial orchid, meaning it grows in the ground, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a single stem with two leaves and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals.
Uses & Benefits
Neocussonia lukwangulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neocussonia lukwangulensis is a small, white-green flower with a reddish-brown labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neocussonia lukwangulensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Africa. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Neocussonia lukwangulensis
Neocussonia lukwangulensis is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Neocussonia lukwangulensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neocussonia lukwangulensis?
Neocussonia lukwangulensis
What is the family of Neocussonia lukwangulensis?
Asteraceae
Where is Neocussonia lukwangulensis native to?
South Africa
Species in the Neocussonia genus
Neocussonia bojeri,
Neocussonia umbellifera,
Neocussonia bracteolifera,
Neocussonia capuroniana,
Neocussonia favargeri,
Neocussonia fosbergiana,
Neocussonia frodiniana,
Neocussonia halleana,
Neocussonia longipedicellata,
Neocussonia moratii,
Neocussonia rainaliana,
Neocussonia staufferiana,
Neocussonia vantsilana,
Neocussonia weibeliana,
Neocussonia lukwangulensis,
Neocussonia litoralis,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,