Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
1304834

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.B.O.S.Cardoso, L.P.Queiroz & H.C.Lima

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.67: 834 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317288

Common Names

  • Luetzelburgia
  • Amazonica
  • Luetzelburgia Amazonica

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Description

Luetzelburgia amazonica (also called 'Amazon Luetzelburgia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the tropical forests of South America. It grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers. It has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The leaves are long and narrow, and the stems are covered in small hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Luetzelburgia amazonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Luetzelburgia amazonica has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Luetzelburgia amazonica is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation can also be done by division of the root clump.

Where to Find Luetzelburgia amazonica

Luetzelburgia amazonica can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Luetzelburgia amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Luetzelburgia amazonica?

Luetzelburgia amazonica

What type of plant is Luetzelburgia amazonica?

Luetzelburgia amazonica is a flowering plant.

Where does Luetzelburgia amazonica grow?

Luetzelburgia amazonica grows in tropical regions of South America.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Haroldo Cavalcante de Lima (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.C.Lima' in the authors string.
Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Domingos Benício Oliveira Silva Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.B.O.S.Cardoso' in the authors string.