Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
crotonoides
ID:
231138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 337 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230469



Common Names

  • Lobanilia crotonoides
  • Crotonoides Lobanilia
  • Crotonoides Orchid


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Description

Lobanilia crotonoides (also called Crotonoid Lobanilia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America, and is typically found in tropical moist lowland forests. It is a small plant, reaching up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Lobanilia crotonoides 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

Lobanilia crotonoides has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobanilia crotonoides is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants, and is an easy to grow species. It prefers a warm and humid environment, and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or through seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Lobanilia crotonoides

Lobanilia crotonoides can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Lobanilia crotonoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobanilia crotonoides?

Lobanilia crotonoides

What is the common name of Lobanilia crotonoides?

Croton-like Lobanilia

Where is Lobanilia crotonoides native to?

India

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-114990: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.