Status:
valid
Authors:
N.S.Lý
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(1): 89 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347696
Common Names
- Billolivia middletonii
- Middleton's Billolivia
- Billolivia middletonii
Description
Billolivia middletonii (also called 'Middleton's Billolivia', among many other common names) is an orchid species native to South America. It is a small, terrestrial plant with up to five leaves and a maximum height of about 30 cm. It has green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats in South America.
Uses & Benefits
Billolivia middletonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Billolivia middletonii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Billolivia middletonii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division in the spring or fall. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination. To propagate from division, dig up the plant and divide the rhizomes into sections with at least one growing point. Plant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until established.
Where to Find Billolivia middletonii
Billolivia middletonii is native to Peru and can be found in moist, forested areas.
Billolivia middletonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Billolivia middletonii?
Billolivia middletonii
What is the common name of Billolivia middletonii?
Middletonii
What is the natural habitat of Billolivia middletonii?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Billolivia genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
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Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,