Status:
valid
Authors:
Schrad.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Gött. Gel. Anz. : 1706 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566978
Common Names
- Blumenbachia insignis
- Insignis Blumenbachia
- Insignis Fern
Synonyms
- Loasa palmata Spreng. [unknown]
- Loasa patula Graham [unknown]
- Saloa insignis Stuntz [unknown]
- Blumenbachia multifida Hook. [unknown]
- Blumenbachia palmata Cambess. [unknown]
- Blumenbachia parviflora Gillies ex G.Don [unknown]
- Loasa muralis Griseb. [unknown]
Description
Blumenbachia insignis (also called 'Fiddle-Leaf Philodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Blumenbachia insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blumenbachia insignis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blumenbachia insignis is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a potting mix of equal parts perlite, sphagnum moss, and bark chips. It requires bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Blumenbachia insignis
Blumenbachia insignis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Blumenbachia insignis FAQ
What type of soil is best for Blumenbachia insignis?
Blumenbachia insignis prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How much sunlight does Blumenbachia insignis need?
Blumenbachia insignis prefers partial shade.
How often should Blumenbachia insignis be watered?
Blumenbachia insignis should be watered regularly, but not too often.
Species in the Blumenbachia genus
Blumenbachia dissecta,
Blumenbachia catharinensis,
Blumenbachia eichleri,
Blumenbachia espigneera,
Blumenbachia exalata,
Blumenbachia hieronymi,
Blumenbachia insignis,
Blumenbachia latifolia,
Blumenbachia prietea,
Blumenbachia sylvestris,
Blumenbachia hierorymi,
Blumenbachia amana,
Species in the Loasaceae family
Aosa gilgiana,
Aosa parviflora,
Aosa plumieri,
Aosa rupestris,
Aosa sigmoidea,
Aosa rostrata,
Aosa uleana,
Aosa grandis,
Blumenbachia dissecta,
Blumenbachia catharinensis,
Blumenbachia eichleri,
Blumenbachia espigneera,
Blumenbachia exalata,
Blumenbachia hieronymi,
Blumenbachia insignis,
Blumenbachia latifolia,
Blumenbachia prietea,
Blumenbachia sylvestris,
Blumenbachia hierorymi,
Blumenbachia amana,
Caiophora deserticola,
Caiophora aconquijae,
Caiophora andina,
Caiophora arechavaletae,
Caiophora boliviana,
Caiophora buraeavi,
Caiophora canarinoides,
Caiophora carduifolia,
Caiophora cernua,
Caiophora chuquisacana,
Caiophora chuquitensis,
Caiophora cirsiifolia,
Caiophora clavata,
Caiophora contorta,
Caiophora coronata,
Caiophora dumetorum,
Caiophora espigneira,
Caiophora grandiflora,
Caiophora hibiscifolia,
Caiophora lateritia,
Caiophora macrantha,
Caiophora madrequisa,
Caiophora mollis,
Caiophora nivalis,
Caiophora patagonica,
Caiophora pedicularifolia,
Caiophora peduncularis,
Caiophora pterosperma,
Caiophora pulchella,
Caiophora rosulata,