Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pulle) R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 167 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385486
Common Names
- Oxandra asbeckii
- Asbeck's Oxandra
- Asbeck Oxandra
Description
Oxandra asbeckii (also called Asbeck's Oxandra, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, upright stem and a single inflorescence. It grows in wet, shady forests and is often found near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Oxandra asbeckii is used for its medicinal properties in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxandra asbeckii has white flowers with a yellow lip and a white column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two leaves and a single root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxandra asbeckii is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should then be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Oxandra asbeckii
Oxandra asbeckii is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Oxandra asbeckii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxandra asbeckii?
Oxandra asbeckii
What is the common name of Oxandra asbeckii?
Asbeck's Oxandra
Where does Oxandra asbeckii grow?
Oxandra asbeckii grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Oxandra genus
Oxandra venezuelana,
Oxandra oblongifolia,
Oxandra leucodermis,
Oxandra lanceolata,
Oxandra euneura,
Oxandra espintana,
Oxandra sessiliflora,
Oxandra asbeckii,
Oxandra xylopioides,
Oxandra mediocris,
Oxandra polyantha,
Oxandra riedeliana,
Oxandra sphaerocarpa,
Oxandra macrophylla,
Oxandra longipetala,
Oxandra panamensis,
Oxandra maya,
Oxandra weberbaueri,
Oxandra surinamensis,
Oxandra laurifolia,
Oxandra reticulata,
Oxandra martiana,
Oxandra krukoffii,
Oxandra guianensis,
Oxandra unibracteata,
Oxandra aberrans,
Oxandra bolivarensis,
Oxandra rheophytica,
Oxandra saxicola,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,