Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ituriensis
ID:
1413038

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach. & Olszewski)

Source:
wcvp

Year:

Citation Micro:
ined.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425503

Common Names

  • Habenaria ituriensis
  • Ituri Habenaria
  • Ituri Orchid

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Description

Habenaria ituriensis (also called Ituri habenaria, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is found in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Habenaria ituriensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Habenaria ituriensis is white and tubular. The seed is black and round. The seedlings are small and have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habenaria ituriensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until the seedlings emerge. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the root mass into several sections. Replant the divisions in a warm, sunny location and water regularly until the plants become established.

Where to Find Habenaria ituriensis

Habenaria ituriensis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests.

Habenaria ituriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habenaria ituriensis?

Habenaria ituriensis

What is the common name of Habenaria ituriensis?

Ituri Habenaria

What is the natural habitat of Habenaria ituriensis?

Woodlands, forests, and meadows

Species in the Habenaria genus

Habenaria sylvicultrix, Habenaria bacata, Habenaria carlotae, Habenaria euryloba, Habenaria fuscina, Habenaria habenarioides, Habenaria halata, Habenaria leon-ibarrae, Habenaria leptophylla, Habenaria mediocris, Habenaria pabstii, Habenaria uncata, Habenaria vatia, Habenaria paulistana, Habenaria binghamii, Habenaria bonateoides, Habenaria carvajaliana, Habenaria castroi, Habenaria clareae, Habenaria cuevasiana, Habenaria geerinckiana, Habenaria harderi, Habenaria jardeliana, Habenaria kariniae, Habenaria lizbethae, Habenaria ludibundiciliata, Habenaria mariae, Habenaria micheliana, Habenaria pinzonii, Habenaria pubidactyla, Habenaria socorroae, Habenaria xochitliae, Habenaria ankylocentron, Habenaria cauda-porcelli, Habenaria tianae, Habenaria agrestis, Habenaria anomaliflora, Habenaria atrata, Habenaria ciliatisepala, Habenaria cortesii, Habenaria egleriana, Habenaria nogeirana, Habenaria pseudofilifera, Habenaria pseudoglaucophylla, Habenaria szlachetkoana, Habenaria talaensis, Habenaria tequilana, Habenaria arenata, Habenaria psammophila, Habenaria canastrensis,

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.
Tomasz S. Olszewski (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olszewski' in the authors string.