Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
breviloba
ID:
231634

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh. ex E.W.Cooper) Jenny

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 64(4): 15 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230965



Common Names

  • Lueckelia breviloba
  • Breviloba Lueckelia
  • Breviloba Lueckelia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Polycycnis breviloba Summerh. [unknown]
  • Brasilocycnis breviloba (Summerh.) G.Gerlach & Whitten [unknown]
  • Polycycnis breviloba E.Cooper [unknown]

Description

Lueckelia breviloba (also called 'Short-lobed lueckelia', 'Short-lobed ludisia' and 'Short-lobed ludisia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a shade-loving plant, typically found in humid, low-light environments.

Uses & Benefits

Lueckelia breviloba is an ornamental plant used in gardens and homes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known to have medicinal properties, such as being an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lueckelia breviloba has a white flower with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lueckelia breviloba is a tropical plant that prefers a warm and humid environment. It should be grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded location. Propagation is done by division or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Lueckelia breviloba

Lueckelia breviloba is native to the temperate forests of East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan.

Lueckelia breviloba FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lueckelia breviloba?

The ideal temperature for Lueckelia breviloba is between 10-20°C.

What type of soil is best for Lueckelia breviloba?

Lueckelia breviloba prefers a soil that is well-draining, rich in organic matter, and slightly acidic.

How much light does Lueckelia breviloba need?

Lueckelia breviloba needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Lueckelia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-115495: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.
Edward William Cooper (1884-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.W.Cooper' in the authors string.