Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
maculata
ID:
336226

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 16: 266 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335558

Common Names

  • Zomicarpella maculata
  • Spotted Zomicarpella
  • Spotted Zomicarpella Orchid

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Description

Zomicarpella maculata (also called Spotted 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 maculata 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 maculata 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 maculata 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 maculata

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

Zomicarpella maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zomicarpella maculata?

Zomicarpella maculata

What is the common name of Zomicarpella maculata?

Spotted Zomicarpella

What is the natural habitat of Zomicarpella maculata?

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

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:89434-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.