Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
laxiflorum
ID:
296430

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 6: 36 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295762

Common Names

  • Retiniphyllum laxiflorum
  • Laxiflorum Retiniphyllum
  • Loose-flowered Retiniphyllum

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Synonyms

  • Patima laxiflora Benth. [valid]

Description

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum (also called Lax-flowered Retiniphyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is a small epiphyte with long, thin, branching stems and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m.

Uses & Benefits

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum is used as an ornamental plant and has a number of medicinal uses. It is used to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum var. laxiflorum
Retiniphyllum laxiflorum var. brasiliense Steyerm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Retiniphyllum laxiflorum is small, about 1 cm across, and has a yellowish-green color. The sepals are yellowish-green and the petals are white with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab or tree branch. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Retiniphyllum laxiflorum

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Retiniphyllum laxiflorum?

Retiniphyllum laxiflorum

What is the family of Retiniphyllum laxiflorum?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Retiniphyllum laxiflorum?

Laxiflorum Palm

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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