Paphia alberti-eduardii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sleumer) P.F.Stevens
Source:
ksu
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 60: 273 (2003 publ. 2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398607
Common Names
- Paphia alberti-eduardii
- Alberti-Eduardii Paphia
- Alberti-Eduard's Paphia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paphia alberti-eduardii (also called Albert's Paphia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Paphia alberti-eduardii is a tropical plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paphia alberti-eduardii has yellow flowers with red centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paphia alberti-eduardii is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil, and full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a terrarium or greenhouse, as it is sensitive to cold temperatures.
Where to Find Paphia alberti-eduardii
Paphia alberti-eduardii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.
Paphia alberti-eduardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphia alberti-eduardii?
Paphia alberti-eduardii
What is the common name of Paphia alberti-eduardii?
Albert's Slipper Orchid
What type of plant is Paphia alberti-eduardii?
Orchid
Species in the Paphia genus
Paphia alberti-eduardii, Paphia brassii, Paphia carrii, Paphia costata, Paphia helenae, Paphia kudukii, Paphia megaphylla, Paphia meiniana, Paphia neocaledonica, Paphia paniensis, Paphia prostrata, Paphia rubrocalyx, Paphia sclerophylla, Paphia shungolensis, Paphia sleumeriana, Paphia stenantha, Paphia viridiflora, Paphia vitiensis, Paphia vitis-idaea, Paphia vulcanicola, Paphia woodsii,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Peter F. Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Stevens' in the authors string.