Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
papillosa
ID:
225159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 10: 372 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224489



Common Names

  • Papillose Duckweed
  • Bumpy Duckweed
  • Bumpy-Leaved Duckweed


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Description

Lemurella papillosa (also called papillose midge, among many other common names) is a species of midge in the family Chironomidae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a small, oval-shaped body with a single root, and its wings are only 1-2 mm long. It typically lives in shallow, still water bodies, such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lemurella papillosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lemurella papillosa is small and green. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lemurella papillosa is a terrestrial orchid native to China and Japan. It is a small, short-lived species, growing to a height of 10-15 cm. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Lemurella papillosa

Lemurella papillosa is native to the Caribbean, particularly in Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.

Lemurella papillosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lemurella papillosa?

Lemurella papillosa

What type of plant is Lemurella papillosa?

Orchid

Where is Lemurella papillosa native to?

South America

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,

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