Bertiera bistipulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bojer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50: 159 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327635
Common Names
- Bertiera bistipulata
- Bistipulata Bertiera
- Bistipulata Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bertiera bistipulata (also called Two-lobed Bertiera, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America. It has long, thin leaves and yellow-green flowers with purple spots. It is found in humid, shady forests and is often found growing on tree branches.
Uses & Benefits
Bertiera bistipulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bertiera bistipulata has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bertiera bistipulata is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It can be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or a combination of the two. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Propagation is done through division of the mature plant or by seed.
Where to Find Bertiera bistipulata
Bertiera bistipulata is native to Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It can be found growing in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.
Bertiera bistipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bertiera bistipulata?
Bertiera bistipulata
What is the common name of Bertiera bistipulata?
Bistipulata
What is the natural habitat of Bertiera bistipulata?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
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-20822: Based on the initial data import
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.