Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Puttock
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 285 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295488
Common Names
- Atractocarpus fitzalanii
- Fitzalanii Orchid
- Cup Orchid
Synonyms
- Randia fitzalanii F.Muell. ex Benth. [valid]
- Trukia fitzalanii (F.Muell.) Fosberg [valid]
- Gardenia fitzalanii F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Atractocarpus fitzalanii (also called Fitzalan's Atractocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. It is found in humid forests, along rivers and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Atractocarpus fitzalanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Atractocarpus fitzalanii sub. fitzalanii
Atractocarpus fitzalanii sub. tenuipes Puttock
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atractocarpus fitzalanii is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Atractocarpus fitzalanii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Atractocarpus fitzalanii
Atractocarpus fitzalanii is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.
Atractocarpus fitzalanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atractocarpus fitzalanii?
Atractocarpus fitzalanii
What type of plant is Atractocarpus fitzalanii?
It is a shrub
Where is Atractocarpus fitzalanii native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Atractocarpus genus
Atractocarpus aragoensis,
Atractocarpus benthamianus,
Atractocarpus bracteatus,
Atractocarpus carolinensis,
Atractocarpus chartaceus,
Atractocarpus crosbyi,
Atractocarpus cucumicarpus,
Atractocarpus decorus,
Atractocarpus fitzalanii,
Atractocarpus heterophyllus,
Atractocarpus hirtus,
Atractocarpus longestipitatus,
Atractocarpus longipes,
Atractocarpus macarthurii,
Atractocarpus merikin,
Atractocarpus oblongus,
Atractocarpus obscurinervius,
Atractocarpus pentagonioides,
Atractocarpus platixylon,
Atractocarpus pterocarpon,
Atractocarpus rotundifolius,
Atractocarpus sessilis,
Atractocarpus simulans,
Atractocarpus stipularis,
Atractocarpus tahitiensis,
Atractocarpus tenuiflorus,
Atractocarpus vaginatus,
Atractocarpus versteegii,
Atractocarpus colnettianus,
Atractocarpus mollis,
Atractocarpus ngoyensis,
Atractocarpus brandzeanus,
Atractocarpus nigricans,
Atractocarpus pancherianus,
Atractocarpus pseudoterminalis,
Atractocarpus artensis,
Atractocarpus sezitat,
Atractocarpus baladicus,
Atractocarpus confertus,
Atractocarpus deplanchei,
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,