Epiphyllum laui - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laui
ID:
670861
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kimnach
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 62(3): 149. 1990.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670193
Common Names
- Lau's Epiphyllum
- Lau's Orchid Cactus
- Lau's Leaf Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epiphyllum laui (also called Orchid Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the tropical rainforests of Central America. It has long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants and trees in its native habitat.
Uses & Benefits
Epiphyllum laui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including arthritis, osteoporosis, and impotence.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epiphyllum laui has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epiphyllum laui is a tropical cactus that can be grown in a container or in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered when the soil is dry. Propagation is done by stem cuttings or division of the plant.
Where to Find Epiphyllum laui
Epiphyllum laui is native to Mexico and Central America.
Epiphyllum laui FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Epiphyllum laui?
Epiphyllum laui prefers temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much light does Epiphyllum laui need?
Epiphyllum laui needs bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Epiphyllum laui?
Epiphyllum laui should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.
Species in the Epiphyllum genus
Epiphyllum baueri, Epiphyllum cartagense, Epiphyllum chrysocardium, Epiphyllum cruentum, Epiphyllum floribundum, Epiphyllum grandilobum, Epiphyllum hookeri, Epiphyllum jenkinsonii, Epiphyllum laui, Epiphyllum macropterum, Epiphyllum oxypetalum, Epiphyllum phyllanthus, Epiphyllum pumilum, Epiphyllum rollissonii, Epiphyllum splendens, Epiphyllum splendidum, Epiphyllum thomasianum, Epiphyllum vandesii, Epiphyllum floribundum,
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Myron William Kimnach (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimnach' in the authors string.
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