Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
tlahuicana
ID:
1332544

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Reyes, Ávila & Brachet

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 60: 22 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344998

Common Names

  • Cremnophila tlahuicana
  • Tlahuicana Cremnophila
  • Cremnophila Tlahuicana

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Description

Cremnophila tlahuicana (also called 'Tlahuicana Cremnophila', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with a rosette of leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, open habitats. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate, and its flowers are white with yellowish-green sepals and petals.

Uses & Benefits

Cremnophila tlahuicana is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremnophila tlahuicana is yellowish-green with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cremnophila tlahuicana is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, rich soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. The plant can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cremnophila tlahuicana

Cremnophila tlahuicana is found in Peru and Ecuador.

Cremnophila tlahuicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremnophila tlahuicana?

Cremnophila tlahuicana

What is the natural habitat of Cremnophila tlahuicana?

Tropical rainforests of Mexico and Central America

What are the common names of Cremnophila tlahuicana?

Tlahuicana orchid

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

Jerónimo Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Reyes' in the authors string.
Christian Brachet (d.1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brachet' in the authors string.
Rubem Samuel de Ávila: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ávila' in the authors string.