Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
virginalis
ID:
231987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scheidw.) Linden

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Lindenia 4: 22 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231318



Common Names

  • Lycaste Virginalis
  • White Lycaste
  • White-flowered Lycaste


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Synonyms

  • Lycaste alba (Dombrain) Cockerell [unknown]
  • Lycaste jamesiana auct. [deprecated]
  • Lycaste schoenbrunnensis Umlauft [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri Lindl. [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri alba Dombrain [unknown]
  • Maxillaria virginalis Scheidw. [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri reginae B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri armeniaca Rolfe [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri labelloflava Oakeley [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri gloriosa R.Warner & B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Lycaste virginalis armeniaca (Rolfe) Archila & Chiron [unknown]
  • Lycaste virginalis alba (Dombrain) Archila & Chiron [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri cobanensis Archila [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri superba Moore [unknown]
  • Lycaste virginalis superba (Moore) Archila & Chiron [unknown]
  • Lycaste skinneri albaviridis Oakeley [invalid]
  • Lycaste skinneri labelloalba Oakeley [invalid]
  • Lycaste skinneri virginalis (Scheidw.) Christenson [deprecated]

Description

Lycaste virginalis (also called 'White Lycaste', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae, native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant, growing to 0.5–1 m tall. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats, at altitudes of 0–1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lycaste virginalis 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 virginalis is white with a yellow-green lip and has a pleasant fragrance. The seed is round and brown. The seedlings have two, long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycaste virginalis 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 virginalis

Lycaste virginalis is native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lycaste virginalis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lycaste virginalis?

Lycaste virginalis prefers temperatures between 18-24°C (64-75°F)

What is the ideal light for Lycaste virginalis?

Lycaste virginalis prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Lycaste virginalis?

Lycaste virginalis prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-115832: Based on the initial data import
Michael Joseph François Scheidweiler (1799-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheidw.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.