Zomicarpa pythonium - Uses, Benefits & Care
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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation 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,
References
Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:89431-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.