Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
distantiflora
ID:
479602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich. & Galeotti) W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 22(1): 4 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478934

Common Names

  • Oestlundia distantiflora
  • Distantiflora Oestlundia
  • Oestlundia Distantiflora

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Synonyms

  • Encyclia distantiflora (A.Rich. & Galeotti) Dressler & G.E.Pollard [unknown]
  • Epidendrum distantiflorum A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]

Description

Oestlundia distantiflora (also called Distant-Flowering Pepper, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Piperaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oestlundia distantiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oestlundia distantiflora is white and has a yellow center, with a sweet scent. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oestlundia distantiflora is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oestlundia distantiflora

Oestlundia distantiflora can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Oestlundia distantiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oestlundia distantiflora?

Oestlundia distantiflora

What is the common name of Oestlundia distantiflora?

Distantiflora

Where is Oestlundia distantiflora found?

Central America

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-255803: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.