Bertiera elabensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Krause
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 413 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327828
Common Names
- Elabensis Bertiera
- Bertiera elabensis
- Elabensis Bertiera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bertiera elabensis (also called 'Elabenian Bertiera', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It is found in humid, shady areas in its native regions, and prefers to grow on trees or rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Bertiera elabensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bertiera elabensis are white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bertiera elabensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The seeds should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach up to 2.5 m in height.
Where to Find Bertiera elabensis
Bertiera elabensis is native to Central Africa.
Bertiera elabensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bertiera elabensis?
Bertiera elabensis
What is the family of Bertiera elabensis?
Rubiaceae
Where is Bertiera elabensis found?
Central America
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-20840: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.