Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
336634

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12(4): 572. 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335966

Common Names

  • Alseis costaricensis
  • Costa Rican Alseis
  • Alseis Orchid

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Description

Alseis costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Alseis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Central America. It has small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Alseis costaricensis can be used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alseis costaricensis is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alseis costaricensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting with a few leaves and place it in a rooting hormone. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Alseis costaricensis

Alseis costaricensis is native to Costa Rica and can be found in moist, shady areas near rivers and streams.

Alseis costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alseis costaricensis?

Alseis costaricensis

What are the common names of Alseis costaricensis?

Costa Rican alseis

What is the natural habitat of Alseis costaricensis?

Alseis costaricensis is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216341: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.