Status:
valid
Authors:
Barb.Rodr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 1: 138 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801017
Common Names
- Capanemia micromera
- Small-flowered Capanemia
- Micro-flowered Capanemia
Description
Capanemia micromera (also called Micromera Capanemia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in moist habitats, such as meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Capanemia micromera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Capanemia micromera is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Capanemia micromera is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5m in height and has large, bright green leaves. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, although this is not as reliable.
Where to Find Capanemia micromera
Capanemia micromera can be found in Brazil.
Capanemia micromera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Capanemia micromera?
Capanemia micromera
What is the common name of Capanemia micromera?
Small-flowered Capanemia
What is the natural habitat of Capanemia micromera?
It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay
Species in the Capanemia genus
Capanemia adelaidae,
Capanemia brachycion,
Capanemia carinata,
Capanemia gehrtii,
Capanemia micromera,
Capanemia paranaensis,
Capanemia pygmaea,
Capanemia superflua,
Capanemia theresae,
Capanemia therasiae,
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,