Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lucayanus
ID:
242553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 37(2): 368 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241885

Common Names

  • Mesadenus lucayanus
  • Lucayanus Mesadenus
  • Lucayanus Bush

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Synonyms

  • Ibidium lucayanum Britton [unknown]
  • Mesadenus stahlii (Cogn.) Garay [unknown]
  • Spiranthes lucayana (Britton) Cogn. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes stahlii Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Mesadenus lucayanus (also called Lucayan Mesadenus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has simple, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mesadenus lucayanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesadenus lucayanus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesadenus lucayanus is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated by seed or division. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mesadenus lucayanus

Mesadenus lucayanus can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Mesadenus lucayanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesadenus lucayanus?

Mesadenus lucayanus

What is the natural habitat of Mesadenus lucayanus?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Mesadenus lucayanus?

Lucayan False Palm, False Palm

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,

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