Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
336225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bogner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera 4: 8 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335557

Common Names

  • Zomicarpella amazonica
  • Amazon Zomicarpella
  • Amazon Zomicarpella Orchid

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Description

Zomicarpella amazonica (also called Amazon Zomicarpella, 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

Zomicarpella amazonica 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 Zomicarpella amazonica is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zomicarpella amazonica 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 Zomicarpella amazonica

Zomicarpella amazonica is native to South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Zomicarpella amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zomicarpella amazonica?

Zomicarpella amazonica

What is the common name of Zomicarpella amazonica?

Amazonian Zomicarpella

What is the natural habitat of Zomicarpella amazonica?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Zomicarpella 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

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:313803-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.