Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pierre) Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 6(1): 799 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244378
Common Names
- Mildbraedia klaineana
- Klaineana
- Klaineana Mildbraedia
Synonyms
- Plesiatropha klaineana Pierre [unknown]
Description
Mildbraedia klaineana (also called Klaine's Mildbraedia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It has a single, thin stem and a single, large flower. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Mildbraedia klaineana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mildbraedia klaineana are small and white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mildbraedia klaineana is a slow-growing shrub that is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment. The shrub should be fertilized regularly and kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Mildbraedia klaineana
Mildbraedia klaineana can be found in China.
Mildbraedia klaineana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mildbraedia klaineana?
Mildbraedia klaineana
What is the common name of Mildbraedia klaineana?
Klaine's Mildbraedia
What type of soil is best for Mildbraedia klaineana?
Well-drained, acidic soil
Species in the Mildbraedia genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,