Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leratii
ID:
837520

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Peter G.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 315 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836855

Common Names

  • Sannantha leratii
  • Leratii Sannantha
  • Lerat's Sannantha

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Description

Sannantha leratii (also called Lerat's Sannantha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It grows in montane forests at elevations of 1,500-2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Sannantha leratii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sannantha leratii is small, white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small, dark brown and has a smooth surface. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sannantha leratii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood tips and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once established, Sannantha leratii should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sannantha leratii

Sannantha leratii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sannantha leratii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sannantha leratii?

Sannantha leratii

What is the common name of Sannantha leratii?

Lerat's Sannantha

What is the natural habitat of Sannantha leratii?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374150: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Peter Gordon Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter G.Wilson' in the authors string.