Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
autumnalis
ID:
222622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 115 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221951



Common Names

  • Laelia autumnalis
  • Autumnalis Laelia
  • Autumn Laelia


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Synonyms

  • Laelia autumnalis atrorubens Backh. [unknown]
  • Laelia autumnalis atrorubens (Backh.) Halb. [unknown]
  • Laelia autumnalis venusta auct. [deprecated]
  • Laelia autumnalis xanthotrophis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Laelia autumnalis xanthotrophis (Rchb.f.) Halb. & Soto Arenas [unknown]
  • Laelia venusta Rolfe [unknown]
  • Bletia autumnalis Lex. [unknown]
  • Laelia autumnalis alba B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Laelia autumnalis alba (B.S.Williams) M.Wolff & O.Gruss [unknown]
  • Cattleya autumnalis Beer [unknown]
  • Amalia autumnalis Heynh. [unknown]
  • Laelia autumnalis alba hort. [unknown]

Description

Laelia autumnalis (also called Autumnalis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Central and South America and is found in moist forests and savannas. The leaves are alternate, elliptic to ovate-lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. The flowers are white to pinkish, with four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Laelia autumnalis is a popular ornamental plant and is used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Laelia autumnalis has flowers that are white to pinkish-purple in color and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laelia autumnalis is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Laelia autumnalis

Laelia autumnalis is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in moist montane forests at elevations of 1,000-2,500 m.

Laelia autumnalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laelia autumnalis?

Laelia autumnalis

What is the common name of Laelia autumnalis?

Autumn Laelia

What is the natural habitat of Laelia autumnalis?

Laelia autumnalis is native to the tropical forests of Brazil.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106912: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.