Luxemburgia mysteriosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mysteriosa
ID:
510434
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fraga & Feres
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 12(2): 405 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509766
Common Names
- Mysteriosa Luxemburgia
- Luxemburgia Mysteriosa
- Mysterious Luxemburgia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luxemburgia mysteriosa (also called 'Mysterious Luxemburgia', 'Mysterious Plant' and 'Mysterious Vine', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and produces yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Luxemburgia mysteriosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Luxemburgia mysteriosa flowers are white and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.
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Luxemburgia mysteriosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.6 ft) in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a rooting medium, such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted, which usually takes about 6-8 weeks.
Where to Find Luxemburgia mysteriosa
Luxemburgia mysteriosa can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Luxemburgia mysteriosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luxemburgia mysteriosa?
Luxemburgia mysteriosa
What is the common name of Luxemburgia mysteriosa?
Mysterious Luxemburgia
What is the natural habitat of Luxemburgia mysteriosa?
Grasslands and savannas
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 kew-2607775: Based on the initial data import
Claudio Nicoletti de Fraga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fraga' in the authors string.
Fabíola Feres (b.2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Feres' in the authors string.