Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
wendlandiana
ID:
953250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dammer ex Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Webbia 3: 290 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000952588

Common Names

  • Eremospatha Wendlandiana
  • Wendlandiana Eremospatha
  • Wendlandiana Orchid

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Description

Eremospatha wendlandiana (also called Eremospatha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Eremospatha wendlandiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eremospatha wendlandiana has yellow-green flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremospatha wendlandiana is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.

Where to Find Eremospatha wendlandiana

Eremospatha wendlandiana is native to tropical Africa.

Species in the Arecaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-70703: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Carl Lebrecht Udo Dammer (1860-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dammer' in the authors string.