Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acuta
ID:
231155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 10: 767 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230486

Common Names

  • Lockhartia acuta
  • Acuta Lockhartia
  • Acuta Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Lockhartia lasseri Schnee [unknown]
  • Lockhartia pallida Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Fernandezia acuta Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Lockhartia acuta (also called Acute Lockhartia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central America, and is typically found in tropical moist lowland forests. It is a small plant, reaching up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Lockhartia acuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lockhartia acuta has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lockhartia acuta is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants, and is an easy to grow species. It prefers a warm and humid environment, and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or through seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Lockhartia acuta

Lockhartia acuta can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Lockhartia acuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lockhartia acuta?

Lockhartia acuta

What is the common name of Lockhartia acuta?

Sharp Lockhartia

Where is Lockhartia acuta native to?

Peru

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