Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
duckei
ID:
1251762

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brade

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 4(1): 71, pl. 1 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251100



Common Names

  • Loricalepis
  • Ducke's Loricalepis
  • Duckei Loricalepis


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Description

Loricalepis duckei (also called Ducke's Loricalepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Loricalepis duckei is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and aquariums. It has a unique foliage and is known to be easy to care for.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Loricalepis duckei are yellow and have a tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loricalepis duckei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Loricalepis duckei

Loricalepis duckei can be found in the Amazon region of Brazil.

Loricalepis duckei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loricalepis duckei?

Loricalepis duckei

What is the common name of Loricalepis duckei?

Ducke's Loricalepis

What is the natural habitat of Loricalepis duckei?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Loricalepis genus

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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