Status:
valid
Authors:
Bartolo & Pulv.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Caesiana 12: 3 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227781
Common Names
- Limodorum Rubriflorum
- Red-Flowered Limodorum
- Limodorum Plant
Description
Limodorum rubriflorum (also called Red-flowered Limodorum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an evergreen perennial herb with red flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in wet, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Limodorum rubriflorum is an ornamental plant that can be used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Limodorum rubriflorum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Limodorum rubriflorum is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It requires a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Limodorum rubriflorum
Limodorum rubriflorum is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Limodorum rubriflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Limodorum rubriflorum?
Limodorum rubriflorum
What are the common names of Limodorum rubriflorum?
Red-flowered Limodorum
What is the growth habit of Limodorum rubriflorum?
It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height
Species in the Limodorum genus
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,