Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ortizianus
ID:
1330438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kolan. & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Res. Conservation 36: 8 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342892


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Description

Myoxanthus ortizianus (also called Myoxanthus ortizianus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, glossy leaves with white and pink flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Myoxanthus ortizianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myoxanthus ortizianus are yellow and have a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myoxanthus ortizianus is a perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done in spring or summer when temperatures are warm. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Myoxanthus ortizianus is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Myoxanthus ortizianus

Myoxanthus ortizianus is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Myoxanthus ortizianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myoxanthus ortizianus?

Myoxanthus ortizianus

What is the common name of Myoxanthus ortizianus?

Ortiz's myoxanthus

What is the natural habitat of Myoxanthus ortizianus?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Myoxanthus genus

Myoxanthus affinis, Myoxanthus antennifer, Myoxanthus ceratothallis, Myoxanthus chloe, Myoxanthus cimex, Myoxanthus colothrix, Myoxanthus dasyllis, Myoxanthus ephelis, Myoxanthus epibator, Myoxanthus eumeces, Myoxanthus exasperatus, Myoxanthus fimbriatus, Myoxanthus frutex, Myoxanthus georgei, Myoxanthus gorgon, Myoxanthus gyas, Myoxanthus hirsuticaulis, Myoxanthus hirtipes, Myoxanthus hystrix, Myoxanthus lonchophyllus, Myoxanthus mejiae, Myoxanthus melittanthus, Myoxanthus merae, Myoxanthus monophyllus, Myoxanthus montanus, Myoxanthus neillii, Myoxanthus octomerioides, Myoxanthus parvilabius, Myoxanthus priapus, Myoxanthus pulvinatus, Myoxanthus punctatus, Myoxanthus reymondii, Myoxanthus sarcodactylae, Myoxanthus scandens, Myoxanthus seidelii, Myoxanthus serripetalus, Myoxanthus simplicicaulis, Myoxanthus speciosus, Myoxanthus trachychlamys, Myoxanthus uxorius, Myoxanthus xiphion, Myoxanthus ruschii, Myoxanthus werneri, Myoxanthus aciculifolius, Myoxanthus congestus, Myoxanthus ovatipetalus, Myoxanthus sotoanus, Myoxanthus ortizianus, Myoxanthus cereus,

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.