Status:
valid
Authors:
Ying Tang, X.X.Zhu & H.Peng
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 245: 276 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346990
Common Names
- Hemipilia Galeata
- Galeata Hemipilia
- Hemipilia
Uses & Benefits
Hemipilia galeata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemipilia galeata has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemipilia galeata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires regular watering during the summer months and should be fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Hemipilia galeata
Hemipilia galeata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Hemipilia galeata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemipilia galeata?
Hemipilia galeata
What is the common name of Hemipilia galeata?
Helmeted Hemipilia
What is the natural habitat of Hemipilia galeata?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Hemipilia genus
Hemipilia discolor,
Hemipilia mixta,
Hemipilia calophylla,
Hemipilia cordifolia,
Hemipilia crassicalcarata,
Hemipilia flabellata,
Hemipilia forrestii,
Hemipilia henryi,
Hemipilia kwangsiensis,
Hemipilia limprichtii,
Hemipilia yunnanensis,
Hemipilia purpureopunctata,
Hemipilia galeata,
Hemipilia calcicola,
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
Hua Peng (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Peng' in the authors string.
Xin Xin Zhu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.X.Zhu' in the authors string.
Ying Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ying Tang' in the authors string.