Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
luisifolia
ID:
297199

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Seidenf. & Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 68: 90 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296531



Common Names

  • Rhynchogyna luisifolia
  • Luisifolia Rhynchogyna
  • Luisifolia Palm


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium luisifolium Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Rhynchogyna luisifolia (also called Luisifolia Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to South America, specifically Peru. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m (3,300 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchogyna luisifolia is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for its fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchogyna luisifolia is yellow and has a cup-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchogyna luisifolia is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is best grown in full sun. It requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Rhynchogyna luisifolia

Rhynchogyna luisifolia can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchogyna luisifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Rhynchogyna luisifolia?

Luisifolia Rhynchogyna

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchogyna luisifolia?

Tropical dry forests

What is the average height of Rhynchogyna luisifolia?

Up to 8 meters

Species in the Rhynchogyna genus

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-178326: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.