Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vaupesiana
ID:
296163

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 253 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295495

Common Names

  • Remijia vaupesiana
  • Vaupesiana Orchid
  • Cup Orchid

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Description

Remijia vaupesiana (also called Vaupes Remijia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. It is found in humid forests, along rivers and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Remijia vaupesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Remijia vaupesiana is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Remijia vaupesiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Remijia vaupesiana

Remijia vaupesiana is native to the Amazon basin in South America.

Remijia vaupesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Remijia vaupesiana?

Remijia vaupesiana

What is the common name of Remijia vaupesiana?

Vaupesiana

What is the natural habitat of Remijia vaupesiana?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Remijia genus

Remijia amazonica, Remijia amphithrix, Remijia argentea, Remijia asperula, Remijia berryi, Remijia chelomaphylla, Remijia cinchonicarpa, Remijia delascioi, Remijia densiflora, Remijia duckei, Remijia ferruginea, Remijia firmula, Remijia glomerata, Remijia grazielae, Remijia hirsuta, Remijia hispida, Remijia kuhlmannii, Remijia leiocalyx, Remijia longifolia, Remijia macrocnemia, Remijia macrophylla, Remijia maguirei, Remijia marahuacensis, Remijia morilloi, Remijia pacimonica, Remijia paniculata, Remijia physophora, Remijia pilosinervula, Remijia reducta, Remijia roraimae, Remijia sessilis, Remijia sipapoensis, Remijia steyermarkii, Remijia tenuiflora, Remijia trianae, Remijia ulei, Remijia uniflora, Remijia vaupesiana, Remijia vellozoi, Remijia wurdackii, Remijia aracamuniensis, Remijia globosa, Remijia hubbardiorum,

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,

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