Streblosa bullata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 7: 296 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317168
Common Names
- Bullata Streblosa
- Streblosa bullata
- Streblosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Streblosa bullata (also called Bullate Streblosa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Asia. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers. It is native to Indonesia and is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Streblosa bullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Streblosa bullata is white in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Streblosa bullata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Hawaii and is found in coastal areas and dry forests. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Streblosa bullata
Streblosa bullata is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical forests of the islands of Java and Sumatra.
Streblosa bullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streblosa bullata?
Streblosa bullata
What is the family of Streblosa bullata?
Gesneriaceae
What is the habitat of Streblosa bullata?
Tropical forests
Species in the Streblosa genus
Streblosa anambasica, Streblosa assimilis, Streblosa axilliflora, Streblosa bracteolata, Streblosa bullata, Streblosa chlamydantha, Streblosa deliensis, Streblosa glabrata, Streblosa hypomalaca, Streblosa johannis-winkleri, Streblosa lampongensis, Streblosa lanceolata, Streblosa leiophylla, Streblosa longiscapa, Streblosa maxima, Streblosa microcarpa, Streblosa multiglandulosa, Streblosa myriocarpa, Streblosa palawanensis, Streblosa polyantha, Streblosa scabridula, Streblosa tortilis, Streblosa undulata, Streblosa urticina, Streblosa glabra, Streblosa bracteata,
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
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:767192-1: Based on the initial data import