Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Species:
prietea
ID:
567657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 2: 435 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566989

Common Names

  • Blumenbachia prietea
  • Prietea Blumenbachia
  • Prietea Fern

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Synonyms

  • Caiophora prietea Urb. & Gilg [unknown]

Description

Blumenbachia prietea (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 prietea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blumenbachia prietea 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blumenbachia prietea 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 prietea

Blumenbachia prietea is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Blumenbachia prietea FAQ

What type of soil is best for Blumenbachia prietea?

Blumenbachia prietea prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Blumenbachia prietea need?

Blumenbachia prietea prefers partial shade.

How often should Blumenbachia prietea be watered?

Blumenbachia prietea should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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,