Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pythonium
ID:
336221

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Syn. Aroid. : 33 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335553

Common Names

  • Zomicarpa pythonium
  • Python Zomicarpa
  • Python Zomicarpa Orchid

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Description

Zomicarpa pythonium (also called Python Zomicarpa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It prefers wet, shady habitats and is often found in rainforests, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Zomicarpa pythonium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zomicarpa pythonium is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, ovate-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zomicarpa pythonium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be pruned in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Zomicarpa pythonium

Zomicarpa pythonium is native to South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Zomicarpa pythonium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zomicarpa pythonium?

Zomicarpa pythonium

What is the common name of Zomicarpa pythonium?

Python Zomicarpa

What is the natural habitat of Zomicarpa pythonium?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Zomicarpa 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,

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