Laelia colombiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
836598
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 116(1282, Suppl.): 15 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835933
Common Names
- Colombiana Laelia
- Laelia colombiana
- Colombiana Laelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Laelia colombiana (also called Colombian laelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Laelia colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Laelia colombiana has large, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Laelia colombiana is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagate by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist and warm until germination.
Where to Find Laelia colombiana
Laelia colombiana can be found in Colombia.
Laelia colombiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Laelia colombiana?
Laelia colombiana
What is the common name of Laelia colombiana?
Colombian Laelia
What is the natural habitat of Laelia colombiana?
Tropical rainforests of Colombia
Species in the Laelia genus
Laelia albida, Laelia anceps, Laelia aurea, Laelia autumnalis, Laelia crawshayana, Laelia eyermaniana, Laelia furfuracea, Laelia gloriosa, Laelia gouldiana, Laelia lueddemanii, Laelia lyonsii, Laelia marginata, Laelia moyobambae, Laelia rosea, Laelia rubescens, Laelia speciosa, Laelia splendida, Laelia superbiens, Laelia undulata, Laelia weberbaueriana, Laelia heidii, Laelia colombiana, Laelia schultzei, Laelia elata, Laelia halbingeriana, Laelia oaxacana,
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-373203: Based on the initial data import
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.