Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
humilis
ID:
949888

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chiov.) Boiteau

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 16: 280 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949226



Common Names

  • Ephippiocarpa humilis
  • Humilis Ephippiocarpa
  • Humilis Ephippiocarpa Plant


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Description

Ephippiocarpa humilis (also called Ephippiocarpa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and grows in humid, tropical environments. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Uses & Benefits

Ephippiocarpa humilis is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate shade. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas and can help to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with yellow centres. Seeds: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephippiocarpa humilis is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. The leaves are simple and alternate, and the flowers are small and yellow. The fruit is a capsule containing three seeds. It is propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ephippiocarpa humilis

Ephippiocarpa humilis is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Ephippiocarpa genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-67567: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.
Pierre Boiteau (1911-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiteau' in the authors string.