Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
alticola
ID:
341430

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Esterh.) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 21: 198 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340762

Common Names

  • Askidiosperma alticola
  • Highland Askidiosperma
  • Alticola Askidiosperma

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Synonyms

  • Askidiosperma chartaceum alticola Esterh. [unknown]

Description

Askidiosperma alticola (also called High-altitude Askidiosperma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, slender leaves and small white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Askidiosperma alticola is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Askidiosperma alticola has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Askidiosperma alticola is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Askidiosperma alticola

Askidiosperma alticola is native to Brazil and Bolivia.

Askidiosperma alticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Askidiosperma alticola?

Askidiosperma alticola

What is the natural habitat of Askidiosperma alticola?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Askidiosperma alticola?

Spring and summer

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.
Elsie Elizabeth Esterhuysen (1912-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esterh.' in the authors string.