Status:
valid
Authors:
Robyns
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 11: 38 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000953741
Common Names
- Subanisophylla Eriosemopsis
- Eriosemopsis subanisophylla
- Eriosemopsis
Description
Eriosemopsis subanisophylla (also called 'Subanisophyllous Eriosemopsis', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest regions of South America and is found in humid, lowland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eriosemopsis subanisophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eriosemopsis subanisophylla has small white flowers with a yellow centre, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriosemopsis subanisophylla is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.
Where to Find Eriosemopsis subanisophylla
Eriosemopsis subanisophylla can be found in tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia.
Species in the Eriosemopsis genus
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,