Neoveitchia brunnea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brunnea
ID:
251356
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dowe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 9: 36 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250688
Common Names
- Neoveitchia brunnea
- Brown neoveitchia
- Brown neoveitchia orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neoveitchia brunnea (also called 'Brown Neoveitchia', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Neoveitchia brunnea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Neoveitchia brunnea are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neoveitchia brunnea is a terrestrial orchid that is best grown in a humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil in light shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed.
Where to Find Neoveitchia brunnea
Neoveitchia brunnea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Neoveitchia brunnea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neoveitchia brunnea?
Neoveitchia brunnea
What is the common name of Neoveitchia brunnea?
Brown neoveitchia
What is the natural habitat of Neoveitchia brunnea?
Woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Neoveitchia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-134357: Based on the initial data import
John Leslie Dowe (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dowe' in the authors string.