Rhytidophyllum grande - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grande
ID:
1273684
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.
Source:
tro
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 3: 39 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273022
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Rhytidophyllum grande (also called 'Grande Rhytidophyllum', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytidophyllum grande is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhytidophyllum grande is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhytidophyllum grande is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Rhytidophyllum grande
Rhytidophyllum grande is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Rhytidophyllum grande FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytidophyllum grande?
Rhytidophyllum grande
What is the common name of Rhytidophyllum grande?
Grand Palma
What is the natural habitat of Rhytidophyllum grande?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Rhytidophyllum genus
Rhytidophyllum lanatum, Rhytidophyllum rhodocalyx, Rhytidophyllum minus, Rhytidophyllum mogoticola, Rhytidophyllum petiolare, Rhytidophyllum bicolor, Rhytidophyllum acunae, Rhytidophyllum asperum, Rhytidophyllum caribaeum, Rhytidophyllum coccineum, Rhytidophyllum crenulatum, Rhytidophyllum exsertum, Rhytidophyllum onacaense, Rhytidophyllum cumanense, Rhytidophyllum grandiflorum, Rhytidophyllum daisyanum, Rhytidophyllum berteroanum, Rhytidophyllum tomentosum, Rhytidophyllum auriculatum, Rhytidophyllum earlei, Rhytidophyllum grande, Rhytidophyllum leucomallon, Rhytidophyllum lomense, Rhytidophyllum rupincola, Rhytidophyllum vernicosum, Rhytidophyllum viscidum,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50261339: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.