Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 10: 930. 1852
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229673
Common Names
- Listrostachys pertusa
- Pertusa Listrostachys
- Pertusa
Synonyms
- Listrostachys behnickiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Listrostachys jenischiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Angorchis pertusa Kuntze [unknown]
- Angraecum pertusum Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Listrostachys pertusa (also called Pertuse Listrostachys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Listrostachys pertusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright red, heart-shaped flowers and glossy foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Listrostachys pertusa is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, round, hard-shelled seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, heart-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Listrostachys pertusa is a small to medium-sized herbaceous plant, usually growing up to 1 m tall. It is easily propagated from cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and can be rooted in a mixture of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the roots have developed. Once the roots have developed, the cuttings can be planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Listrostachys pertusa
Listrostachys pertusa is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Listrostachys pertusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Listrostachys pertusa?
Listrostachys pertusa
What is the common name of Listrostachys pertusa?
Pertusa Listrostachys
What is the natural habitat of Listrostachys pertusa?
Tropical rainforests
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