Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guantivana
ID:
1326288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodr.-Cabeza & S.Díaz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 36(141): 508 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338742



Common Names

  • Badilloa Guantivana
  • Guantivana Badilloa
  • Badilloa


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Description

Badilloa guantivana (also called Guantiva badillo, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It has a single, thin, cylindrical pseudobulb with a single leaf at its apex. It is found growing in moist, shady forests at elevations of 500 to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Badilloa guantivana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Badilloa guantivana var. guicanensis Rodr.-Cabeza & S.Díaz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Badilloa guantivana is white with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Badilloa guantivana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Badilloa guantivana

Badilloa guantivana can be found in Mexico.

Badilloa guantivana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Badilloa guantivana?

Badilloa guantivana

What type of plant is Badilloa guantivana?

Herb

Where is Badilloa guantivana found?

Tropical America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Betsy Viviana Rodríguez-Cabeza (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.-Cabeza' in the authors string.
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.