Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rubriflorum
ID:
228451

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


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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.

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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 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-112492: Based on the initial data import
Giuseppina Bartolo (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartolo' in the authors string.
Santa Pulvirenti (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pulv.' in the authors string.