Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
messianianum
ID:
238085

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Mém. 2(3): 26 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237417

Common Names

  • Antidesma Messianianum
  • Messianianum Orchid
  • Messianianum Masdevallia

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Description

Antidesma messianianum (also called Messianianum's Antidesma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, and grows in moist, shady areas at elevations of up to 1000m.

Uses & Benefits

Antidesma messianianum has been used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antidesma messianianum is small and yellow-orange in color. The seed is small and round, with a black color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antidesma messianianum is a small epiphytic orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is a cool to warm growing species that requires bright light and moderate humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Antidesma messianianum

Antidesma messianianum is native to the cloud forests of Colombia.

Antidesma messianianum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Antidesma messianianum?

Antidesma messianianum prefers temperatures between 55-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Antidesma messianianum need?

Antidesma messianianum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Antidesma messianianum be watered?

Antidesma messianianum should be watered every 1-2 weeks.

Species in the Antidesma genus

Antidesma acidum, Antidesma alexiteria, Antidesma ambiguum, Antidesma annamense, Antidesma baccatum, Antidesma brachybotrys, Antidesma brevipes, Antidesma bunius, Antidesma catanduanense, Antidesma celebicum, Antidesma chalaranthum, Antidesma chonmon, Antidesma cochinchinense, Antidesma comptum, Antidesma concinnum, Antidesma contractum, Antidesma coriaceum, Antidesma costulatum, Antidesma cruciforme, Antidesma curranii, Antidesma cuspidatum, Antidesma dallachyanum, Antidesma digitaliforme, Antidesma eberhardtii, Antidesma edule, Antidesma elassophyllum, Antidesma elbertii, Antidesma erostre, Antidesma excavatum, Antidesma ferrugineum, Antidesma fleuryi, Antidesma forbesii, Antidesma fordii, Antidesma fruticosum, Antidesma fruticulosum, Antidesma ghaesembilla, Antidesma gillespieanum, Antidesma hainanense, Antidesma helferi, Antidesma heterophyllum, Antidesma japonicum, Antidesma jucundum, Antidesma kapuae, Antidesma khasianum, Antidesma kunstleri, Antidesma laciniatum, Antidesma laurifolium, Antidesma leucocladon, Antidesma leucopodum, Antidesma macgregorii,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12161: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.