Luisia confusa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confusa
ID:
231664
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 6: 621 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230995
Common Names
- Luisia Confusa
- Luisia Cordata
- Luisia Cordatilabia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Luisia amboinensis Schltr. ex Mansf. [unknown]
Description
Luisia confusa (also called 'Confused luisia', 'Confused ludisia' and 'Confused ludisia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae 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
Luisia confusa 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
Luisia confusa has a pink and 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luisia confusa can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be grown in a bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Luisia confusa
Luisia confusa is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Luisia confusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luisia confusa?
Luisia confusa
What is the natural habitat of Luisia confusa?
Tropical forests of Southeast Asia
What is the flower color of Luisia confusa?
White
Species in the Luisia genus
Luisia abrahami, Luisia amesiana, Luisia antennifera, Luisia appressifolia, Luisia brachystachys, Luisia cantharis, Luisia celebica, Luisia confusa, Luisia cordata, Luisia cordatilabia, Luisia curtisii, Luisia filiformis, Luisia foxworthii, Luisia hancockii, Luisia javanica, Luisia jonesii, Luisia longispica, Luisia macrantha, Luisia macrotis, Luisia magniflora, Luisia megasepala, Luisia microptera, Luisia morsei, Luisia occidentalis, Luisia primulina, Luisia psyche, Luisia ramosii, Luisia recurva, Luisia secunda, Luisia taurina, Luisia tenuifolia, Luisia teres, Luisia teretifolia, Luisia thailandica, Luisia trichorrhiza, Luisia tristis, Luisia unguiculata, Luisia volucris, Luisia zeylanica, Luisia zollingeri, Luisia lui, Luisia balakrishnanii, Luisia sonii,
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-115531: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.