Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
labiatus
ID:
225196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 656 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224526

Common Names

  • Labiate Leochilus
  • Lipped Leochilus
  • Labiate-Lipped Leochilus

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Synonyms

  • Leochilus cochlearis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Leochilus depauperatus Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Leochilus gracilis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Leochilus salvus Griseb. [unknown]
  • Liparis labiata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Oncidium depauperatum F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium labiatum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Oncidium lansbergii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Oncidium salvum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia cochlearis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cyrtochilum depauperatum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum labiatum Sw. [unknown]

Description

Leochilus labiatus (also called Lipped leochilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with glossy, dark green leaves and long-lasting, yellow flowers. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Leochilus labiatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leochilus labiatus is yellowish-green and shaped like a bell. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leochilus labiatus can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept consistently moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Leochilus labiatus

Leochilus labiatus is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Leochilus labiatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leochilus labiatus?

Leochilus labiatus

What type of plant is Leochilus labiatus?

Orchid

Where is Leochilus labiatus native to?

Central America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109395: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.