Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rugosifolia
ID:
1326763

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Blanco

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 162: 139 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339217

Common Names

  • Rugosifolia Lockhartia
  • Rugosifolia Orchid
  • Rugosifolia Plant

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Description

Lockhartia rugosifolia (also called Wrinkled-Leaved Lockhartia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a stem of up to 15 cm tall. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lockhartia rugosifolia is used for its ornamental value in landscaping, as well as for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lockhartia rugosifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seed is a flat, brown, oval shape and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lockhartia rugosifolia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is easily propagated from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers partial shade and is tolerant of light frost.

Where to Find Lockhartia rugosifolia

Lockhartia rugosifolia is found in Peru.

Lockhartia rugosifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lockhartia rugosifolia?

Lockhartia rugosifolia

What is the common name of Lockhartia rugosifolia?

Rugose-leaved Lockhartia

What is the natural habitat of Lockhartia rugosifolia?

It is native to the Andes in Peru and Bolivia

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

Mario Alberto Blanco (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Blanco' in the authors string.