Lockhartia obtusata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusata
ID:
231188
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.O.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 9: 209 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230519
Common Names
- Lockhartia obtusata
- Obtusata Lockhartia
- Obtusata Lockhartia Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lockhartia obtusata (also called Obtuse Lockhartia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has thick, leathery leaves and produces small yellow flowers. It is typically found growing on trees in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lockhartia obtusata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lockhartia obtusata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lockhartia obtusata is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree or cork slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Lockhartia obtusata
Lockhartia obtusata can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Lockhartia obtusata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lockhartia obtusata?
Lockhartia obtusata
What is the natural habitat of Lockhartia obtusata?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the care requirements for Lockhartia obtusata?
Lockhartia obtusata requires bright, indirect light and regular watering.
Species in the Lockhartia genus
Lockhartia acuta, Lockhartia amoena, Lockhartia bennettii, Lockhartia chocoensis, Lockhartia dipleura, Lockhartia genegeorgei, Lockhartia goyazensis, Lockhartia grandibractea, Lockhartia hercodonta, Lockhartia imbricata, Lockhartia latilabris, Lockhartia lepticaula, Lockhartia longifolia, Lockhartia ludibunda, Lockhartia lunifera, Lockhartia micrantha, Lockhartia oblongicallosa, Lockhartia obtusata, Lockhartia odontochila, Lockhartia oerstedii, Lockhartia parthenocomos, Lockhartia parthenoglossa, Lockhartia schunkei, Lockhartia serra, Lockhartia tuberculata, Lockhartia ivainae, Lockhartia galeottiana, Lockhartia viruensis, Lockhartia niesseniae, Lockhartia endresiana, Lockhartia rugosifolia, Lockhartia tenuiflora, Lockhartia compacta,
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-115041: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.