Prescottia lojana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lojana
ID:
283596
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20: 108 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282928
Common Names
- Prescottia lojana
- Lojana Prescottia
- Lojan Prescottia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prescottia lojana (also called Loja Prescottia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Ecuador, where it is found in moist montane forests. It has simple, opposite leaves that are lanceolate in shape and have entire margins. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small capsules.
Uses & Benefits
Prescottia lojana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prescottia lojana has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Prescottia lojana is a small shrub or herbaceous perennial that can reach a height of 1 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Prescottia lojana
Prescottia lojana is native to Ecuador.
Prescottia lojana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prescottia lojana?
Prescottia lojana
What is the common name of Prescottia lojana?
Lojana Prescottia
What is the natural habitat of Prescottia lojana?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama
Species in the Prescottia genus
Prescottia auyantepuiensis, Prescottia carnosa, Prescottia cordifolia, Prescottia densiflora, Prescottia glazioviana, Prescottia lancifolia, Prescottia leptostachya, Prescottia lojana, Prescottia montana, Prescottia oligantha, Prescottia ostenii, Prescottia phleoides, Prescottia plantaginea, Prescottia polyphylla, Prescottia spiranthophylla, Prescottia stachyodes, Prescottia plantaginifolia, Prescottia mucugensis,
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-165229: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.