Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
carinifera
ID:
251138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 343 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250470

Common Names

  • Appendicula Carinifera
  • Carinifera Rose
  • Carinifera's Rose

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Description

Appendicula carinifera (also called 'Carinifera Appendicula', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Appendicula carinifera is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Appendicula carinifera has small, white flowers with yellowish-green tips. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a few leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Appendicula carinifera is a hardy, evergreen, perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring.

Where to Find Appendicula carinifera

Appendicula carinifera can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Appendicula carinifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Appendicula carinifera?

Appendicula carinifera

What is the family of Appendicula carinifera?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Appendicula carinifera?

Montane forests of Cameroon

Species in the Appendicula genus

Appendicula aberrans, Appendicula adnata, Appendicula alba, Appendicula anceps, Appendicula anemophila, Appendicula angustifolia, Appendicula annamensis, Appendicula anomala, Appendicula babiensis, Appendicula baliensis, Appendicula biloba, Appendicula bilobulata, Appendicula biumbonata, Appendicula bracteata, Appendicula bracteosa, Appendicula brevimentum, Appendicula buxifolia, Appendicula calcarata, Appendicula calcicola, Appendicula callifera, Appendicula carinifera, Appendicula carnosa, Appendicula celebica, Appendicula chalmersiana, Appendicula clemensiae, Appendicula collina, Appendicula concava, Appendicula congenera, Appendicula congesta, Appendicula cornuta, Appendicula crispa, Appendicula cristata, Appendicula crotalina, Appendicula cuneata, Appendicula dajakorum, Appendicula damusensis, Appendicula dendrobioides, Appendicula densifolia, Appendicula disticha, Appendicula djamuensis, Appendicula effusa, Appendicula elegans, Appendicula elmeri, Appendicula fallax, Appendicula fasciculata, Appendicula fenixii, Appendicula flaccida, Appendicula floribunda, Appendicula foliosa, Appendicula fractiflexa,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13415: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.