Status:
valid
Authors:
Deble
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 71: 60 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318482
Common Names
- Cypella luteogibbosa
- Yellow-Gibbous Cypella
- Luteogibbosa Cypella
Description
Cypella luteogibbosa (also called yellow-humped cypella, among many other common names) is a species of bulbous plant native to Brazil. It has a short, erect stem with two to three leaves and a single flower. It grows in open areas and in the shade of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Cypella luteogibbosa is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cypella luteogibbosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cypella luteogibbosa is a small, perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Cypella luteogibbosa
Cypella luteogibbosa is native to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.
Cypella luteogibbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypella luteogibbosa?
Cypella luteogibbosa
What is the common name of Cypella luteogibbosa?
Unknown
Where is Cypella luteogibbosa found?
Brazil
Species in the Cypella genus
Cypella aquatilis,
Cypella armosa,
Cypella craterantha,
Cypella crenata,
Cypella curuzupensis,
Cypella discolor,
Cypella elegans,
Cypella exilis,
Cypella fucata,
Cypella geniculata,
Cypella hauthalii,
Cypella herbertii,
Cypella laeta,
Cypella lapidosa,
Cypella laxa,
Cypella mandonii,
Cypella oreophila,
Cypella osteniana,
Cypella pabstiana,
Cypella pusilla,
Cypella catharinensis,
Cypella unguiculata,
Cypella brasiliensis,
Cypella amambaica,
Cypella trimontina,
Cypella suffusa,
Cypella luteogibbosa,
Cypella magnicristata,
Cypella rivularis,
Cypella boliviana,
Cypella aurinegra,
Cypella ravenniana,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,