Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pauciflorum
ID:
296439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth ex K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 40: 326 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295771

Common Names

  • Retiniphyllum pauciflorum
  • Pauciflorum Retiniphyllum
  • Few-flowered Retiniphyllum

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Description

Retiniphyllum pauciflorum (also called Few-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 pauciflorum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Retiniphyllum pauciflorum are small, white and have a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Retiniphyllum pauciflorum 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 pauciflorum

Retiniphyllum pauciflorum is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Retiniphyllum pauciflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Retiniphyllum pauciflorum?

Retiniphyllum pauciflorum

What is the common name of Retiniphyllum pauciflorum?

Few-flowered Retiniphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Retiniphyllum pauciflorum?

Tropical rainforests

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-177567: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.