Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lehmannii
ID:
1328574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. ex Szlach. & Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 330 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341028

Common Names

  • Aa lehmannii
  • Lehmann's Aa
  • Lehmannii Aa
  • Lehmann's Aloe

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Description

Aa lehmannii (also called Lehmann's Aa, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Mexico. It is a perennial herb with a single stem, growing up to 50 cm tall. It has two basal leaves and a single inflorescence with up to 15 flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aa lehmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used to make essential oils and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aa lehmannii has white or pink flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aa lehmannii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils in partial shade. It can be cultivated in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Aa lehmannii

Aa lehmannii is native to South America, where it can be found in humid montane forests.

Aa lehmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aa lehmannii?

Aa lehmannii

What is the common name of Aa lehmannii?

Lehmann's Aa

Where is Aa lehmannii native to?

Ecuador

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.