Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wendlandii
ID:
1333226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schott) S.Y.Wong & Croat

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 43 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345680

Common Names

  • Adelonema wendlandii
  • Wendlandii Adelonema
  • Wendlandii

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Description

Adelonema wendlandii (also called 'Wendland's Adelonema', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Adelonema wendlandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adelonema wendlandii is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adelonema wendlandii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Adelonema wendlandii

Adelonema wendlandii is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Adelonema wendlandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adelonema wendlandii?

Adelonema wendlandii

What is the common name of Adelonema wendlandii?

Wendlandii Adelonema

Where is Adelonema wendlandii found?

Central America

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77155030-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.