Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpurea
ID:
334523

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 19: 19 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333855

Common Names

  • Warreopsis purpurea
  • Purple Warreopsis
  • Purpurea Warreopsis

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Description

Warreopsis purpurea (also called Purple Warreopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Warreopsis purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Warreopsis purpurea has purple flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Warreopsis purpurea is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Warreopsis purpurea

Warreopsis purpurea is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Warreopsis purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Warreopsis purpurea?

Warreopsis purpurea

What is the family of Warreopsis purpurea?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Warreopsis purpurea?

Purple Palm

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,

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