Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
robusta
ID:
913649

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.S.Bunting) M.L.Soares

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64: 269 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912984

Common Names

  • Heteropsis robusta
  • Robust Heteropsis
  • Robust Heteropsis

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Description

Heteropsis robusta (also called Heteropsis, among many other common names) is a plant species in the family Arecaceae. It is a terrestrial herb with an erect stem up to 2 m tall. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heteropsis robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heteropsis robusta has small yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteropsis robusta is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Heteropsis robusta

Heteropsis robusta is native to Colombia and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

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

George Sydney Bunting (1927-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Bunting' in the authors string.
Maria de Lourdes Soares: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Soares' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77100690-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.