Luisia microptera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microptera
ID:
231693
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1870: 1503 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231024
Common Names
- Luisia Microptera
- Small-Winged Luisia
- Micropterous Luisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luisia microptera (also called the Small-winged Luisia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in moist, shady areas, and is characterized by its long, thin leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Luisia microptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Luisia microptera is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Luisia microptera 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 microptera
Luisia microptera is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats, the Eastern Ghats, and the Andaman Islands.
Luisia microptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luisia microptera?
Luisia microptera
What is the common name of Luisia microptera?
Small-winged Luisia
What is the natural habitat of Luisia microptera?
Tropical rainforests of India and Southeast Asia
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-115558: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.