Laelia moyobambae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moyobambae
ID:
222754
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) C.Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 11: 180 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222083
Common Names
- Laelia moyobambae
- Moyobambae Laelia
- Moyobamba Laelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Schomburgkia moyobambae Schltr. [unknown]
- Schomburgkia marginata moyobambae (Schltr.) H.G.Jones [unknown]
- Schomburgkia undulata moyobambae (Schltr.) H.G.Jones [unknown]
Description
Laelia moyobambae (also called 'Moyobamba Laelia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Peru. It has a single, upright, unbranched stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. The flowers are large and fragrant, and range in color from white to pink to purple. It grows in humid, tropical forests, usually in the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Laelia moyobambae 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 moyobambae 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Laelia moyobambae is a tropical evergreen orchid that grows to a height of up to 3 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division, which should be done in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Laelia moyobambae
Laelia moyobambae can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Bolivia and Peru.
Laelia moyobambae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Laelia moyobambae?
Laelia moyobambae
What is the common name of Laelia moyobambae?
Moyobamba Laelia
What is the natural habitat of Laelia moyobambae?
Laelia moyobambae is native to the tropical forests of Peru.
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-107031: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.