Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
mannii
ID:
559628

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Verdc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 23: 469 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558960

Common Names

  • Balthasaria mannii
  • Mann's Balthasaria
  • Mann Balthasaria

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Synonyms

  • Adinandra mannii Oliv. [unknown]
  • Melchiora mannii (Oliv.) Kobuski [unknown]

Description

Balthasaria mannii (also called 'Balthasaria', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small plant with a single, broad, green leaf and a single, upright flower spike. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Balthasaria mannii is used as a medicinal plant and for making paper pulp.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Balthasaria mannii is small, white and tubular with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin and have a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balthasaria mannii is a terrestrial, evergreen, perennial plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the plant can be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Balthasaria mannii

Balthasaria mannii can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Balthasaria mannii FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Balthasaria mannii?

Balthasaria mannii prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Balthasaria mannii?

Balthasaria mannii prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix with plenty of organic material.

How much light does Balthasaria mannii need?

Balthasaria mannii needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Balthasaria genus

Species in the Theaceae family

Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2668370: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.