Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 438 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298187
Common Names
- Aa lorentzii
- Lorentzii Aa
- Aa
Description
Aa lorentzii (also called 'Lorentz's Aa' and 'Lorentz's Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and bushveld habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aa lorentzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders, skin ailments, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aa lorentzii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Aa lorentzii is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be placed in a sunny spot and should be watered regularly. Propagation can also be done through cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a sunny spot.
Where to Find Aa lorentzii
Aa lorentzii is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Aa lorentzii FAQ
What are the optimal conditions for Aa lorentzii?
Aa lorentzii prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
What is the growth rate of Aa lorentzii?
Aa lorentzii is a slow-growing plant.
What is the lifespan of Aa lorentzii?
Aa lorentzii has an average lifespan of 10-15 years.
Species in the Aa genus
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,