Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Li & A.Hay) A.Hay
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
World Checkl. & Bibliogr. Araceae : 442 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295505
Common Names
- Remusatia yunnanensis
- Yunnanensis Orchid
- Cup Orchid
Description
Remusatia yunnanensis (also called 'Yunnan Remusatia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in the rainforests of China and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Remusatia yunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Remusatia yunnanensis is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Remusatia yunnanensis is a slow-growing palm that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Remusatia yunnanensis is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Remusatia yunnanensis
Remusatia yunnanensis can be found in the Yunnan province of China.
Remusatia yunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Remusatia yunnanensis?
Remusatia yunnanensis
What is the family of Remusatia yunnanensis?
Araceae
What is the origin of Remusatia yunnanensis?
China
Species in the Remusatia genus
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
Li Heng (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Li' in the authors string.