Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ovalifolius
ID:
1273662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nied.

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Arbeiten Bot. Inst. Königl. Lyceums Hosianum Braunsberg 5: 5 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273000



Common Names

  • Lasiocarpus ovalifolius
  • Ovalifolius Lasiocarpus
  • Oval-leaved Lasiocarpus


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Description

Lasiocarpus ovalifolius (also called 'Oval-leaved Lasiocarpus', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiocarpus ovalifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lasiocarpus ovalifolius is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiocarpus ovalifolius is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lasiocarpus ovalifolius

Lasiocarpus ovalifolius is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Lasiocarpus ovalifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiocarpus ovalifolius?

Lasiocarpus ovalifolius

What is the common name of Lasiocarpus ovalifolius?

Oval-leaved Lasiocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Lasiocarpus ovalifolius?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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