Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
lukwangulensis
ID:
1412049

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


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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.

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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 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,

References

Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
David Gamman Frodin (1940-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frodin' in the authors string.
James Robert Tennant (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tennant' in the authors string.
Gregory M. Plunkett (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Plunkett' in the authors string.
Morgan Robert Gostel (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gostel' in the authors string.