Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 476 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920896
Common Names
- Ladenbergia franciscana
- Franciscana Ladenbergia
- Franciscana Orchid
Description
Ladenbergia franciscana (also called Franciscan Ladenbergia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Ladenbergia franciscana is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and greenhouses. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ladenbergia franciscana is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Ladenbergia franciscana: This species is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining, organic-rich soil mix that is kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizome or by seed.
Where to Find Ladenbergia franciscana
Ladenbergia franciscana is native to Mexico and is found in the tropical forests of the region.
Species in the Ladenbergia genus
Ladenbergia acutifolia,
Ladenbergia amazonensis,
Ladenbergia brenesii,
Ladenbergia bullata,
Ladenbergia buntingii,
Ladenbergia carua,
Ladenbergia chapadensis,
Ladenbergia cujabensis,
Ladenbergia discolor,
Ladenbergia dwyeri,
Ladenbergia epiphytica,
Ladenbergia ferruginea,
Ladenbergia graciliflora,
Ladenbergia heterophylla,
Ladenbergia hexandra,
Ladenbergia klugii,
Ladenbergia lambertiana,
Ladenbergia laurifolia,
Ladenbergia lehmanniana,
Ladenbergia macrocarpa,
Ladenbergia magdalenae,
Ladenbergia moritziana,
Ladenbergia muzonensis,
Ladenbergia nubigena,
Ladenbergia oblongifolia,
Ladenbergia obovata,
Ladenbergia paraensis,
Ladenbergia pauciflora,
Ladenbergia pavonii,
Ladenbergia pittieri,
Ladenbergia riveroana,
Ladenbergia rubiginosa,
Ladenbergia stenocarpa,
Ladenbergia undata,
Ladenbergia franciscana,
Ladenbergia shawistigma,
Ladenbergia siranensis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,