Luxemburgia macedoi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macedoi
ID:
1279709
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dwyer
Source:
tro
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 45: 198 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279047
Common Names
- Luxemburgia macedoi
- Macedoi Luxemburgia
- Macedoi Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luxemburgia macedoi (also called Luxemburgia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has small, white flowers and thick, green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Luxemburgia macedoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luxemburgia macedoi has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luxemburgia macedoi is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting of seedlings should be done when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Luxemburgia macedoi
Luxemburgia macedoi can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Luxemburgia macedoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luxemburgia macedoi?
Luxemburgia macedoi
What is the common name of Luxemburgia macedoi?
Macedo Luxemburgia
Where is Luxemburgia macedoi found?
It is found in Brazil
Species in the Luxemburgia genus
Luxemburgia ciliatibracteata, Luxemburgia speciosa, Luxemburgia hatschbachiana, Luxemburgia diciliata, Luxemburgia damazioana, Luxemburgia flexuosa, Luxemburgia corymbosa, Luxemburgia mysteriosa, Luxemburgia furnensis, Luxemburgia leitonii, Luxemburgia mogolensis, Luxemburgia angustifolia, Luxemburgia glazoviana, Luxemburgia octandra, Luxemburgia polyandra, Luxemburgia schwackeana, Luxemburgia nobilis, Luxemburgia bracteata, Luxemburgia ciliosa, Luxemburgia macedoi,
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50301785: Based on the initial data import
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.