Status:
valid
Authors:
Grayum & Hammel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 7: 225 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637838
Common Names
- Ferruginea Asplundia
- Asplundia Ferruginea
- Ferruginea Asplundia
Description
Asplundia ferruginea (also called 'Ferruginous Asplundia', among many other common names) is a terrestrial plant native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and long, narrow leaves. Its flowers are small and white in color, and they are found in clusters at the end of the branches.
Uses & Benefits
Asplundia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplundia ferruginea has white flowers with yellowish-green centers and yellowish-green fruits. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplundia ferruginea is a tropical epiphytic orchid. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not soggy and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.
Where to Find Asplundia ferruginea
Asplundia ferruginea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil and Peru.
Asplundia ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asplundia ferruginea?
Asplundia ferruginea
What is the family of Asplundia ferruginea?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Asplundia ferruginea?
Rusty Asplundia
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,