Govenia rubellilabia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubellilabia
ID:
836322
Status:
valid
Authors:
García-Cruz
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58: 259 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835657
Common Names
- Govenia rubellilabia
- Rubellilabia Govenia
- Rubellilabia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Govenia rubellilabia (also called Red-lipped Govenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical America and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Govenia rubellilabia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Govenia rubellilabia has flowers that are bright yellow in color with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Govenia rubellilabia is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Govenia rubellilabia
Govenia rubellilabia is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Govenia rubellilabia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Govenia rubellilabia?
Govenia rubellilabia
What is the natural habitat of Govenia rubellilabia?
Govenia rubellilabia is found in the tropical forests of South America.
What is the flowering season of Govenia rubellilabia?
The flowering season of Govenia rubellilabia is from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Govenia genus
Govenia floridana, Govenia greenwoodii, Govenia matudae, Govenia viaria, Govenia rubellilabia, Govenia alba, Govenia bella, Govenia ciliilabia, Govenia dressleriana, Govenia elliptica, Govenia fasciata, Govenia jouyana, Govenia lagenophora, Govenia latifolia, Govenia liliacea, Govenia praecox, Govenia purpusii, Govenia quadriplicata, Govenia sodiroi, Govenia superba, Govenia tequilana, Govenia tingens, Govenia utriculata, Govenia vilcabambana, Govenia plowmanii, Govenia renilabia,
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-372898: Based on the initial data import
Javier García-Cruz (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'García-Cruz' in the authors string.