Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lycopodioides
ID:
920949

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 20: 30 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920284

Common Names

  • Lycopodioides Fernandezia
  • Lycopodioides Pipevine
  • Lycopodioides Dutchman's Pipe

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Description

Fernandezia lycopodioides (also called Fernandezia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests. It has alternate, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Fernandezia lycopodioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fernandezia lycopodioides is yellow-green in colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round with a black colour. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fernandezia lycopodioides is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and should be grown in partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Fernandezia lycopodioides

Fernandezia lycopodioides is found in Central America and South America.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-465730: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.