Epiblastus cuneatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuneatus
ID:
949907
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 19: 22 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949245
Common Names
- Epiblastus cuneatus
- Cuneatus Epiblastus
- Cuneatus Epiblastus Plant
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Epiblastus cuneatus (also called Cuneate Epiblastus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is typically found in wet, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Epiblastus cuneatus is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate shade. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas and can help to reduce erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white flowers with yellow centres. Seeds: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Epiblastus cuneatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to water the plant regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Epiblastus cuneatus
Epiblastus cuneatus is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Species in the Epiblastus genus
Epiblastus accretus, Epiblastus acuminatus, Epiblastus auriculatus, Epiblastus basalis, Epiblastus buruensis, Epiblastus chimbuensis, Epiblastus cuneatus, Epiblastus kerigomnensis, Epiblastus lancipetalus, Epiblastus masarangicus, Epiblastus merrillii, Epiblastus montihageni, Epiblastus neohibernicus, Epiblastus ornithidioides, Epiblastus pteroglotta, Epiblastus pulchellus, Epiblastus pullei, Epiblastus schultzei, Epiblastus sciadanthus, Epiblastus torricellensis, Epiblastus tuberculatus, Epiblastus unguiculatus,
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-67588: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.