Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 21(3): 21 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913101
Common Names
- Leochilus
- Oncidium
- Butterfly Orchid
- Dancing Lady Orchid
Description
Leochilus leochilinus (also called African Squill, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with a rosette of fleshy, pointed leaves and small, star-shaped, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leochilus leochilinus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leochilus leochilinus has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leochilus leochilinus is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central America. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Regular watering is necessary for optimal growth.
Where to Find Leochilus leochilinus
Leochilus leochilinus is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the Antioquia Department.
Species in the Leochilus genus
Leochilus carinatus,
Leochilus crocodiliceps,
Leochilus hagsateri,
Leochilus johnstonii,
Leochilus labiatus,
Leochilus leiboldii,
Leochilus oncidioides,
Leochilus puertoricensis,
Leochilus scriptus,
Leochilus tricuspidatus,
Leochilus inconspicuus,
Leochilus leochilinus,
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,