Luetzelburgia harleyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harleyi
ID:
510430
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.B.O.S.Cardoso, L.P.Queiroz & H.C.Lima
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.63: 290 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509762
Common Names
- Harleyi Luetzelburgia
- Luetzelburgia Harleyi
- Harley's Luetzelburgia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luetzelburgia harleyi (also called 'Harley's Luetzelburgia', 'Harley's Plant' and 'Harley's Vine', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and produces yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Luetzelburgia harleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luetzelburgia harleyi flowers are yellow and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.
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Luetzelburgia harleyi is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, but is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a cold frame.
Where to Find Luetzelburgia harleyi
Luetzelburgia harleyi can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Luetzelburgia harleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luetzelburgia harleyi?
Luetzelburgia harleyi
What is the common name of Luetzelburgia harleyi?
Harley's Luetzelburgia
What is the natural habitat of Luetzelburgia harleyi?
Grasslands and savannas
Species in the Luetzelburgia genus
Luetzelburgia auriculata, Luetzelburgia praecox, Luetzelburgia trialata, Luetzelburgia guaissara, Luetzelburgia andrade-limae, Luetzelburgia bahiensis, Luetzelburgia harleyi, Luetzelburgia neurocarpa, Luetzelburgia purpurea, Luetzelburgia amazonica, Luetzelburgia andina, Luetzelburgia sotoi, Luetzelburgia guianensis, Luetzelburgia jacana,
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77092378-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Luetzelburgia harleyi D.B.O.S.Cardoso, L.P.Queiroz & H.C.Lima: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.