Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
vaginale
ID:
1333908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Cabaña Fader & Dessein

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 417 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346362

Common Names

  • Hexasepalum vaginale
  • Vaginal Hexasepalum
  • Vaginal Orchid

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Description

Hexasepalum vaginale (also called 'Vaginal Hexasepalum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. It is a rhizomatous perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to Peru, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hexasepalum vaginale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexasepalum vaginale has small white flowers with yellow centers and long stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexasepalum vaginale is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Hexasepalum vaginale

Hexasepalum vaginale is native to the Dominican Republic.

Hexasepalum vaginale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hexasepalum vaginale?

Hexasepalum vaginale

What type of plant is Hexasepalum vaginale?

Herb

Where is Hexasepalum vaginale found?

Central and South America

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Steven Dessein (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dessein' in the authors string.
Andrea A. Cabaña Fader: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabaña Fader' in the authors string.