Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
cupulifera
ID:
638383

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 18: 168 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637715

Common Names

  • Cupulifera Asplundia
  • Cupulifera Aspidistra
  • Bar Room Plant

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Description

Asplundia cupulifera (also called Cup-bearing Asplundia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in open forests, scrub, and grasslands. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia cupulifera is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in gardens or as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asplundia cupulifera has white, fragrant flowers that grow in clusters of up to 20. The seeds are small and round. Seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia cupulifera is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Asplundia cupulifera

Asplundia cupulifera is native to Colombia and can be found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,400–2,000 m.

Asplundia cupulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundia cupulifera?

Asplundia cupulifera

What is the common name of Asplundia cupulifera?

Cup-bearing Asplundia

Where is Asplundia cupulifera native to?

Colombia

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275707: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.