Status:
valid
Authors:
J.A.Siqueira & Leme
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Fragm. Atlantic Forest N. E. Brazil : 309 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836346
Common Names
- Orthophytum Atalaiense
- Atalaiense Orthophytum
- Orthophytum
Description
Orthophytum atalaiense (also called Atala Orthophytum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Orchidaceae. It has a short stem and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Orthophytum atalaiense is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthophytum atalaiense has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Orthophytum atalaiense: This species is best grown in a sunny, well-drained position in the garden. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Orthophytum atalaiense
Orthophytum atalaiense is native to Brazil and can be found in moist, sandy soils.
Orthophytum atalaiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthophytum atalaiense?
Orthophytum atalaiense
What are the common names of Orthophytum atalaiense?
Atalaia orthophytum
What is the natural habitat of Orthophytum atalaiense?
It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa
Species in the Orthophytum genus
Orthophytum alvimii,
Orthophytum benzingii,
Orthophytum braunii,
Orthophytum compactum,
Orthophytum disjunctum,
Orthophytum duartei,
Orthophytum eddie-estevesii,
Orthophytum estevesii,
Orthophytum falconii,
Orthophytum foliosum,
Orthophytum fosterianum,
Orthophytum glabrum,
Orthophytum gurkenii,
Orthophytum horridum,
Orthophytum lemei,
Orthophytum leprosum,
Orthophytum lucidum,
Orthophytum lymanianum,
Orthophytum magalhaesii,
Orthophytum maracasense,
Orthophytum mello-barretoi,
Orthophytum rubrum,
Orthophytum sanctum,
Orthophytum saxicola,
Orthophytum sucrei,
Orthophytum toscanoi,
Orthophytum vagans,
Orthophytum zanonii,
Orthophytum grossiorum,
Orthophytum jabrense,
Orthophytum conquistense,
Orthophytum harleyi,
Orthophytum macroflorum,
Orthophytum schulzianum,
Orthophytum boudetianum,
Orthophytum pseudovagans,
Orthophytum riocontense,
Orthophytum rubiginosum,
Orthophytum striatifolium,
Orthophytum atalaiense,
Orthophytum triunfense,
Orthophytum piranianum,
Orthophytum catingae,
Orthophytum graomogolense,
Orthophytum diamantinense,
Orthophytum buranhense,
Orthophytum erigens,
Orthophytum pseudostoloniferum,
Orthophytum guaratingense,
Orthophytum elegans,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77089983-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].