Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Díaz & Rodr.-Cabeza
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 36(141): 513 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338747
Common Names
- Neomirandea Pedrazorum
- Pedrazorum Neomirandea
- Neomirandea
Description
Neomirandea pedrazorum (also called Pedrazo's Neomirandea, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It has a slender stem and grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neomirandea pedrazorum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neomirandea pedrazorum is white and has a waxy texture. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neomirandea pedrazorum 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 Neomirandea pedrazorum
Neomirandea pedrazorum can be found in Mexico.
Neomirandea pedrazorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neomirandea pedrazorum?
Neomirandea pedrazorum
What type of plant is Neomirandea pedrazorum?
Orchid
Where is Neomirandea pedrazorum found?
Tropical America
Species in the Neomirandea genus
Neomirandea ternata,
Neomirandea ovandensis,
Neomirandea chiriquensis,
Neomirandea carnosa,
Neomirandea eximia,
Neomirandea biflora,
Neomirandea tenuipes,
Neomirandea pithecobia,
Neomirandea allenii,
Neomirandea folsomiana,
Neomirandea gracilis,
Neomirandea pendulissima,
Neomirandea turrialbae,
Neomirandea parasitica,
Neomirandea araliaefolia,
Neomirandea arthodes,
Neomirandea burgeri,
Neomirandea croatii,
Neomirandea araliifolia,
Neomirandea standleyi,
Neomirandea guevarii,
Neomirandea angularis,
Neomirandea psoralea,
Neomirandea costaricensis,
Neomirandea homogama,
Neomirandea cuatrecasana,
Neomirandea sciaphila,
Neomirandea pedrazorum,
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,