Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
225418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Palm. 2: 59 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224748

Common Names

  • Beautiful Lepanthes
  • Beautiful Pleurothallis
  • Beautiful Orchid

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Description

Leopoldinia pulchra (also called Beautiful 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 pulchra is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leopoldinia pulchra has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leopoldinia pulchra 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 pulchra

Leopoldinia pulchra can be found in Brazil.

Leopoldinia pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leopoldinia pulchra?

Leopoldinia pulchra

What are the common names of Leopoldinia pulchra?

Beautiful Leopoldina Palm, Beautiful Leopoldina Palm Tree, and Beautiful Leopoldina Palm

What is the natural habitat of Leopoldinia pulchra?

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,