Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
bicolor
ID:
1544616

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.M.Almeida, A.M.Wanderley & L.P.Felix

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Eur. J. Taxon. 746: 12 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000025444

Common Names

  • Ameroglossum bicolor
  • Two-colored Ameroglossum
  • Two-colored Ameroglossum

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Description

Ameroglossum bicolor (also called Ameroglossum bicolor var. bicolor, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of around 1 meter. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Uses & Benefits

Ameroglossum bicolor is used for its medicinal properties and is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ameroglossum bicolor has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ameroglossum bicolor is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is an easy to grow plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter and a bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Ameroglossum bicolor

Ameroglossum bicolor is native to India. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Ameroglossum bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ameroglossum bicolor?

Ameroglossum bicolor

What is the family of Ameroglossum bicolor?

Orchidaceae

What is the distribution of Ameroglossum bicolor?

Brazil

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77216327-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].