Luxemburgia bracteata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
1266530
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dwyer
Source:
tro
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Lloydia 14: 88 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265868
Common Names
- Luxemburgia Bracteata
- Bracteata Luxemburgia
- Bracteata Luxemburgias
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Luxemburgia bracteata (also called 'Bracted Luxemburgia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, with small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and can tolerate drought and heat.
Uses & Benefits
Luxemburgia bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luxemburgia bracteata has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter and have 5 petals. The seeds are small and black and are about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luxemburgia bracteata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants when they are actively growing.
Where to Find Luxemburgia bracteata
Luxemburgia bracteata can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Luxemburgia bracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luxemburgia bracteata?
Luxemburgia bracteata
What is the common name of Luxemburgia bracteata?
Bracted Luxemburgia
What type of plant is Luxemburgia bracteata?
A shrub
Species in the Luxemburgia genus
Luxemburgia ciliatibracteata, Luxemburgia speciosa, Luxemburgia hatschbachiana, Luxemburgia diciliata, Luxemburgia damazioana, Luxemburgia flexuosa, Luxemburgia corymbosa, Luxemburgia mysteriosa, Luxemburgia furnensis, Luxemburgia leitonii, Luxemburgia mogolensis, Luxemburgia angustifolia, Luxemburgia glazoviana, Luxemburgia octandra, Luxemburgia polyandra, Luxemburgia schwackeana, Luxemburgia nobilis, Luxemburgia bracteata, Luxemburgia ciliosa, Luxemburgia macedoi,
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50219305: Based on the initial data import
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.