Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sotoi
ID:
1323902

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.37: 680 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336356

Common Names

  • Luetzelburgia sotoi
  • Soto's Luetzelburgia
  • Luetzelburgia

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Description

Luetzelburgia sotoi (also called Soto's Luetzelburgia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Luetzelburgia sotoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Luetzelburgia sotoi has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Luetzelburgia sotoi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is best to plant the seeds in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is important to keep the soil moist during the first growing season.

Where to Find Luetzelburgia sotoi

Luetzelburgia sotoi is native to Colombia, where it can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Cauca, and Valle del Cauca.

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.