Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
luminosa
ID:
231944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oakeley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 60: 638 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231275



Common Names

  • Luminosa Lycaste
  • Shining Lycaste
  • Shining Orchid


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Description

Lycaste luminosa (also called Shining Lycaste, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It has large, fragrant flowers with white petals and yellow sepals. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Lycaste luminosa is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and homes, as well as for cut flowers. It also has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycaste luminosa is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two to three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycaste luminosa is a species of orchid native to Central America. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Lycaste luminosa

Lycaste luminosa is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Guatemala.

Lycaste luminosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lycaste luminosa?

Lycaste luminosa prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C)

What kind of soil is best for Lycaste luminosa?

Lycaste luminosa prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

How much light does Lycaste luminosa need?

Lycaste luminosa prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Lycaste genus

Lycaste aromatica, Lycaste bradeorum, Lycaste brevispatha, Lycaste campbellii, Lycaste cochleata, Lycaste consobrina, Lycaste crinita, Lycaste cruenta, Lycaste deppei, Lycaste dowiana, Lycaste groganii, Lycaste imschootiana, Lycaste lasioglossa, Lycaste leucantha, Lycaste lucianiana, Lycaste luminosa, Lycaste macrobulbon, Lycaste macrophylla, Lycaste michelii, Lycaste powellii, Lycaste schilleriana, Lycaste smeeana, Lycaste suaveolens, Lycaste tricolor, Lycaste virginalis, Lycaste xytriophora, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste niesseniae, Lycaste occulta, Lycaste puntarenasensis, Lycaste viridescens, Lycaste xanthocheila, Lycaste guatemalensis, Lycaste cobani, Lycaste daniloi, Lycaste donadrianii, Lycaste fuscina, Lycaste panchita, Lycaste sandrae, Lycaste angelae, Lycaste bruncana, Lycaste panamanensis, Lycaste zacapensis, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste sebastianii, Lycaste bermudezii, Lycaste chaconii, Lycaste annakamilae, Lycaste archilae, Lycaste victoriarum,

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,

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