Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Kausel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Revista Argent. Agron. 11: 322 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224361
Common Names
- Legrandia concinna
- Concinna Legrandia
- Legrandia's Concinna
Description
Legrandia concinna (also called 'Smooth Legrandia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome and long, narrow, dark green leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Legrandia concinna is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Legrandia concinna is white and yellow in color, with a short, tubular shape and a three-lobed lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Legrandia concinna is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Legrandia concinna
Legrandia concinna can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Legrandia concinna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Legrandia concinna?
Legrandia concinna
What type of plant is Legrandia concinna?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Legrandia concinna originate from?
Madagascar
Species in the Legrandia genus
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa,
Acca macrostema,
Accara elegans,
Actinodium cunninghamii,
Agonis baxteri,
Agonis flexuosa,
Agonis grandiflora,
Agonis theiformis,
Agonis undulata,
Agonis hypericifolia,
Algrizea macrochlamys,
Algrizea minor,
Allosyncarpia ternata,
Aluta appressa,
Aluta aspera,
Aluta maisonneuvei,
Aluta quadrata,
Aluta teres,
Amomyrtella irregularis,
Amomyrtella guilii,
Amomyrtus luma,
Amomyrtus meli,
Angophora bakeri,
Angophora clelandi,
Angophora costata,
Angophora crassifolia,
Angophora dichromophloia,
Angophora euryphylla,
Angophora exul,
Angophora floribunda,
Angophora hispida,
Angophora inopina,
Angophora leiocarpa,
Angophora melanoxylon,
Angophora paludosa,
Angophora robur,
Angophora subvelutina,
Angophora woodsiana,
Angophora clelandii,
Anticoryne diosmoides,
Anticoryne ovalifolia,
Anticoryne melanosperma,
Archirhodomyrtus baladensis,
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri,
Archirhodomyrtus paitensis,
Archirhodomyrtus turbinata,
Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii,
Arillastrum gummiferum,
Astartea aspera,
Astartea corniculata,