Laelia elata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elata
ID:
913745
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 117(1285, Suppl.): 85 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913080
Common Names
- Laelia
- Elata
- Laelia Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Laelia elata (also called Elata's Laelia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and produces fragrant, white flowers. It is found in humid forests and other tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Laelia elata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Laelia elata has white flowers with yellow and pink markings. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Laelia elata can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and a sunny position. It is frost-tender and should be protected from cold temperatures.
Where to Find Laelia elata
Laelia elata is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the Antioquia Department.
Laelia elata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Laelia elata?
Laelia elata
What is the natural habitat of Laelia elata?
Tropical montane forests
What is the average height of Laelia elata?
1-2 meters
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-458050: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.