Porterandia congestiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congestiflora
ID:
799757
Status:
valid
Authors:
Zahid
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 15: 60 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000799091
Common Names
- Porterandia congestiflora
- Congestiflora Porterandia
- Congested-flowered Porterandia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Porterandia congestiflora (also called Congested-Flowered Porterandia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with opposite, entire leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Porterandia congestiflora is used as an ornamental plant for its showy, white flowers, and is also used as a hedge plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Porterandia congestiflora is white or pink in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Porterandia congestiflora can be propagated through seed and division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Porterandia congestiflora
Porterandia congestiflora is native to Indonesia. It is found in humid montane forests, at altitudes of up to 1,500 m.
Porterandia congestiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porterandia congestiflora?
Porterandia congestiflora
What type of plant is Porterandia congestiflora?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Porterandia congestiflora found?
South Africa
Species in the Porterandia genus
Porterandia anisophylla, Porterandia catappifolia, Porterandia glabrifolia, Porterandia grandifolia, Porterandia minor, Porterandia pauciflora, Porterandia scortechinii, Porterandia subsessilis, Porterandia beamanii, Porterandia chanii, Porterandia macroptera, Porterandia puffii, Porterandia bruneiensis, Porterandia celebica, Porterandia congestiflora, Porterandia hosei, Porterandia kalimantanensis, Porterandia lambirensis, Porterandia laxiflora, Porterandia postarii, Porterandia rarissima, Porterandia dinghoui,
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-337497: Based on the initial data import
Mat Said Zahid (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahid' in the authors string.