Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lambirensis
ID:
799762

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahid

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 15: 67 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000799096

Common Names

  • Porterandia lambirensis
  • Lambiren Porterandia
  • Lambirensis Porterandia

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Description

Porterandia lambirensis (also called Lambir 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 lambirensis 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

Porterandia lambirensis has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porterandia lambirensis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Porterandia lambirensis

Porterandia lambirensis is native to Indonesia. It is found in humid montane forests, at altitudes of up to 1,500 m.

Porterandia lambirensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porterandia lambirensis?

Porterandia lambirensis

What type of plant is Porterandia lambirensis?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Porterandia lambirensis found?

South Africa

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-337500: Based on the initial data import
Mat Said Zahid (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahid' in the authors string.