Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
longicrura
ID:
638759

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drude) Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 17: 42 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638091

Common Names

  • Asplundia Longicrura
  • Longicrura Asplundia
  • Longicrura

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Synonyms

  • Carludovica longicrura Drude [unknown]

Description

Asplundia longicrura (also called Longicrura Asplundia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia longicrura can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asplundia longicrura are white or pinkish-white, and have five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of narrow, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Asplundia longicrura: This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until roots form.

Where to Find Asplundia longicrura

Asplundia longicrura can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Asplundia longicrura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundia longicrura?

Asplundia longicrura

What is the common name of Asplundia longicrura?

Long-tailed Asplundia

What is the natural habitat of Asplundia longicrura?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275743: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.
Carl Georg Oscar Drude (1852-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drude' in the authors string.