Leopoldinia major - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
225416
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wallace
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Palm Trees Amazon : 15 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224746
Common Names
- Major Lepanthes
- Major Pleurothallis
- Major Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leopoldinia major (also called Large Leopoldinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to South America. It is a small shrub that grows in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Leopoldinia major is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leopoldinia major has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leopoldinia major can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Leopoldinia major
Leopoldinia major can be found in Brazil.
Leopoldinia major FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leopoldinia major?
Leopoldinia major
What are the common names of Leopoldinia major?
Major Leopoldina Palm, Major Leopoldina Palm Tree, and Major Leopoldina Palm
What is the natural habitat of Leopoldinia major?
It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, shady areas
Species in the Leopoldinia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109605: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wallace' in the authors string.