Status:
valid
Authors:
Halda & Malina
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
in Acta Mus. Richnov., Sect. Nat. 12: 8. 2005.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406869
Common Names
- Panarottoi Turbiniphora
- Panarottoi Pitcher Plant
- Panarottoi Monkey Cup
Description
Turbiniphora panarottoi (also called Panarotto's Turbiniphora, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has oval-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Turbiniphora panarottoi is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Turbiniphora panarottoi is a white or yellowish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Turbiniphora panarottoi is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Turbiniphora panarottoi
Turbiniphora panarottoi can be found in the tropical forests of South America.
Turbiniphora panarottoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Turbiniphora panarottoi?
Turbiniphora panarottoi
What is the common name of Turbiniphora panarottoi?
Panarotto's Turbiniphora
What is the family of Turbiniphora panarottoi?
Cucurbitaceae
Species in the Turbiniphora genus
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum,
Acanthocalycium spiniflorum,
Acanthocalycium thionanthum,
Acanthocalycium leucanthum,
Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum,
Acanthocalycium klimpelianum,
Acanthocereus chiapensis,
Acanthocereus tetragonus,
Acanthocereus guatemalensis,
Acanthocereus maculatus,
Acanthocereus canoensis,
Acanthocereus castellae,
Acanthocereus cuixmalensis,
Acanthocereus fosterianus,
Acanthocereus haackeanus,
Acanthocereus hesperius,
Acanthocereus hirschtianus,
Acanthocereus macdougallii,
Acanthocereus oaxacensis,
Acanthocereus paradoxus,
Acanthocereus rosei,
Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus,
Acanthocereus atropurpureus,
Acharagma aguirreanum,
Acharagma roseanum,
Airampoa albisaetacens,
Airampoa armata,
Airampoa ayrampo,
Airampoa boliviensis,
Airampoa cedergreniana,
Airampoa chilensis,
Airampoa corrugata,
Airampoa erectoclada,
Airampoa ianthinantha,
Airampoa microdisca,
Airampoa minuscula,
Airampoa orurensis,
Airampoa panellana,
Airampoa picardoi,
Airampoa silvestris,
Airampoa tilcarensis,
Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis,
Aporocactus flagelliformis,
Aporocactus martianus,
Aporocactus moennighoffii,
Aporocactus knebelii,
Aporoheliocereus smithianus,
Ariocarpus agavoides,
Ariocarpus bravoanus,
Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Miroslav Malina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malina' in the authors string.