Luxemburgia flexuosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
443873
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sastre
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 51: 403 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443205
Common Names
- Luxemburgia flexuosa
- Flexuous Luxemburgia
- Flexuous Lobelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luxemburgia flexuosa (also called Flexuous Luxemburgia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Luxemburgia flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luxemburgia flexuosa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luxemburgia flexuosa is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during the summer months. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Luxemburgia flexuosa
Luxemburgia flexuosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Luxemburgia flexuosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luxemburgia flexuosa?
Luxemburgia flexuosa
What type of plant is Luxemburgia flexuosa?
Herb
Where is Luxemburgia flexuosa found?
Brazil
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 kew-2493734: Based on the initial data import
Claude Henri Léon Sastre (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sastre' in the authors string.