Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
leiboldii
ID:
225198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 18: 404 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224528

Common Names

  • Leibold's Leochilus
  • Leibold Leochilus
  • Leiboldii Leochilus

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Synonyms

  • Papperitzia leiboldii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Leochilus leiboldii (also called Leibold's 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 leiboldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leochilus leiboldii has white flowers with a yellow center and a long, slender spadix. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leochilus leiboldii 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 leiboldii

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

Leochilus leiboldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leochilus leiboldii?

Leochilus leiboldii

What is the natural habitat of Leochilus leiboldii?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Leochilus leiboldii?

The flowers are white or yellowish-white in color

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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,

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