Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 6: 352 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230556
Common Names
- Longetia buxoides
- Buxoides Orchid
- Longetia
Synonyms
- Austrobuxus buxoides (Baill.) Airy Shaw [unknown]
- Austrobuxus gracilis Airy Shaw [unknown]
- Austrobuxus pisocarpus Airy Shaw [unknown]
Description
Longetia buxoides (also called Buxoid Longetia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has thick, leathery leaves and produces small yellow flowers. It is typically found growing on trees in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Longetia buxoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Longetia buxoides flower is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Longetia buxoides is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree or cork slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Longetia buxoides
Longetia buxoides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Longetia buxoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Longetia buxoides?
Longetia buxoides
What is the natural habitat of Longetia buxoides?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the care requirements for Longetia buxoides?
Longetia buxoides requires bright, indirect light and regular watering.
Species in the Longetia genus
Species in the Picrodendraceae family
Androstachys johnsonii,
Aristogeitonia limoniifolia,
Aristogeitonia lophirifolia,
Aristogeitonia magnistipula,
Aristogeitonia monophylla,
Aristogeitonia perrieri,
Aristogeitonia uapacifolia,
Aristogeitonia gabonica,
Austrobuxus alticola,
Austrobuxus brevipes,
Austrobuxus carunculatus,
Austrobuxus clusiaceus,
Austrobuxus cracens,
Austrobuxus cuneatus,
Austrobuxus ellipticus,
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius,
Austrobuxus horneanus,
Austrobuxus huerlimannii,
Austrobuxus mandjelicus,
Austrobuxus megacarpus,
Austrobuxus montis-do,
Austrobuxus nitidus,
Austrobuxus ovalis,
Austrobuxus pauciflorus,
Austrobuxus petiolaris,
Austrobuxus rubiginosus,
Austrobuxus swainii,
Austrobuxus vieillardii,
Austrobuxus dentatus,
Austrobuxus celebicus,
Choriceras majus,
Choriceras tricorne,
Dissiliaria baloghioides,
Dissiliaria indistincta,
Dissiliaria laxinervis,
Dissiliaria muelleri,
Dissiliaria surculosa,
Dissiliaria tuckeri,
Hyaenanche globosa,
Kairothamnus phyllanthoides,
Longetia buxoides,
Micrantheum demissum,
Micrantheum ericoides,
Micrantheum hexandrum,
Micrantheum serpentinum,
Mischodon zeylanicus,
Neoroepera banksii,
Neoroepera buxifolia,
Oldfieldia africana,
Oldfieldia dactylophylla,