Status:
valid
Authors:
Paula-Souza
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 55: 210 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268952
Common Names
- Hybanthopsis bahiensis
- Acosmium stirtonii
- Blakea subpanduriformis
Description
Hybanthopsis bahiensis (also called Bahia's hybanthopsis, among many other common names) is a species of hybanthopsis in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic plant that grows in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hybanthopsis bahiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hybanthopsis bahiensis has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hybanthopsis bahiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and should be rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Hybanthopsis bahiensis
Hybanthopsis bahiensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Hybanthopsis bahiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hybanthopsis bahiensis?
Hybanthopsis bahiensis
What is the common name of Hybanthopsis bahiensis?
Bahia hybanthopsis
What is the natural habitat of Hybanthopsis bahiensis?
Hybanthopsis bahiensis is found in humid montane forests in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia
Species in the Hybanthopsis genus
Species in the Violaceae family
Agatea lecointei,
Agatea longipedicellata,
Agatea macrobotrys,
Agatea pancheri,
Agatea rufotomentosa,
Agatea schlechteri,
Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,