Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
henriqueana
ID:
1285978

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Silveira) Liede & Meve

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 206 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285316

Common Names

  • Orthosia henriqueana
  • Henrique's Orthosia
  • Henriqueana Orthosia

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Description

Orthosia henriqueana (also called Henrique's Orthosia, among many other common names) is a moth native to North America. It has a wingspan of 2-4 cm and its wings are grayish-brown with white spots. It is found in wooded areas, in moist and shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Orthosia henriqueana is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthosia henriqueana is white or pinkish, with a yellowish center. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthosia henriqueana is a species of moth of the family Noctuidae. It is found in Brazil. Cultivation and propagation of this species is not well known.

Where to Find Orthosia henriqueana

Orthosia henriqueana can be found in Central and South America.

Orthosia henriqueana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthosia henriqueana?

Orthosia henriqueana

What is the common name of Orthosia henriqueana?

Henrique's orthosia

What type of plant is Orthosia henriqueana?

Herb

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50327305: Based on the initial data import
Alvaro Astolpho da Silveira (1867-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Silveira' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.