Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
foreroi
ID:
1331916

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach. & Kolan.) Molinari & Mayta

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 16: 43 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344370

Common Names

  • Fernandezia foreroi
  • Forero's Fernandezia
  • Forero's Star Orchid

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Description

Fernandezia foreroi (also called Forero's Fernandezia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Onagraceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has large, ovate leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Fernandezia foreroi is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fernandezia foreroi has bright yellow flowers with a red center and small, round seed pods. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fernandezia foreroi can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Fernandezia foreroi

Fernandezia foreroi is native to Colombia.

Fernandezia foreroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fernandezia foreroi?

Fernandezia foreroi

What are the common uses of Fernandezia foreroi?

Fernandezia foreroi is used as an ornamental plant.

What is the natural habitat of Fernandezia foreroi?

Fernandezia foreroi is found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Species in the Fernandezia genus

Fernandezia aurantiaca, Fernandezia falcifolia, Fernandezia gracillima, Fernandezia hagsateri, Fernandezia hispidula, Fernandezia lycopodioides, Fernandezia mexicana, Fernandezia capitata, Fernandezia bryophyta, Fernandezia cuencae, Fernandezia crystallina, Fernandezia cardenasii, Fernandezia costaricensis, Fernandezia bucarasicae, Fernandezia tenuis, Fernandezia theodorii, Fernandezia tortuosa, Fernandezia cyrtophylla, Fernandezia vaginata, Fernandezia breviconnata, Fernandezia pastii, Fernandezia pectinata, Fernandezia peperomioides, Fernandezia tajacayaensis, Fernandezia debedoutii, Fernandezia stuebelii, Fernandezia squarrosa, Fernandezia serra, Fernandezia pseudodichaea, Fernandezia favosifolia, Fernandezia piesikii, Fernandezia distichoides, Fernandezia ecallosa, Fernandezia micrangis, Fernandezia micrantha, Fernandezia minus, Fernandezia nubivaga, Fernandezia parvifolia, Fernandezia dalstroemii, Fernandezia ecuadorensis, Fernandezia denticulata, Fernandezia hartwegii, Fernandezia ionanthera, Fernandezia lanceolata, Fernandezia maculata, Fernandezia myrtillus, Fernandezia nigrosignata, Fernandezia sanguinea, Fernandezia subbiflora, Fernandezia tica,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.
Luis Fernando Mayta Anco (b.1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mayta' in the authors string.