Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
328237

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 103 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327569

Common Names

  • Bertiera angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Bertiera
  • Bertiera Angustifolia

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Synonyms

  • Bertiera aequaliramosa Steyerm. [valid]
  • Bertiera guianensis pubiflora Steyerm. [valid]
  • Bertiera pubiflora (Steyerm.) L.Andersson & B.Ståhl [valid]

Description

Bertiera angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Bertiera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, and Peru. It is found in moist montane forests, often near streams, at elevations of 1000-3000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Bertiera angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used for making garlands and other decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bertiera angustifolia is a white to yellowish-green color, and the petals are fused together. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bertiera angustifolia is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in a container or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bertiera angustifolia

Bertiera angustifolia is native to Colombia.

Bertiera angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bertiera angustifolia?

Bertiera angustifolia

What is the natural habitat of Bertiera angustifolia?

Tropical forests in South America

What is the flower color of Bertiera angustifolia?

White

Species in the Bertiera genus

Bertiera adamsii, Bertiera aequatorialis, Bertiera aethiopica, Bertiera angusiana, Bertiera angustifolia, Bertiera annobonensis, Bertiera arctistipula, Bertiera batesii, Bertiera bicarpellata, Bertiera bistipulata, Bertiera borbonica, Bertiera bracteolata, Bertiera bracteosa, Bertiera breviflora, Bertiera chevalieri, Bertiera congolana, Bertiera elabensis, Bertiera fimbriata, Bertiera globiceps, Bertiera gonzaleoides, Bertiera guianensis, Bertiera iturensis, Bertiera lanx, Bertiera laurentii, Bertiera laxa, Bertiera laxissima, Bertiera ledermannii, Bertiera letouzeyi, Bertiera longiloba, Bertiera longithyrsa, Bertiera loraria, Bertiera lujae, Bertiera naucleoides, Bertiera orthopetala, Bertiera parviflora, Bertiera pauloi, Bertiera pedicellata, Bertiera procumbens, Bertiera racemosa, Bertiera retrofracta, Bertiera rufa, Bertiera sphaerica, Bertiera spicata, Bertiera subsessilis, Bertiera tessmannii, Bertiera thollonii, Bertiera thonneri, Bertiera troupinii, Bertiera viburnoides, Bertiera zaluzania,

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-20816: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.