Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
incarnata
ID:
1306325

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) J.N.C.Franc. & L.G.Lohmann

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 92: 109 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318779



Common Names

  • Pachyptera incarnata
  • Incarnata Pachyptera
  • Pachyptera Pachyptera


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Description

Pachyptera incarnata (also called Incarnate Pachyptera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. This plant is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall, with opposite leaves and white flowers. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pachyptera incarnata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pachyptera incarnata has yellow flowers with purple centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachyptera incarnata is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid that grows on trees or rocks. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and potted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Pachyptera incarnata

Pachyptera incarnata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pachyptera incarnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachyptera incarnata?

Pachyptera incarnata

What are the common names of Pachyptera incarnata?

Incarnata Pachyptera

What is the natural habitat of Pachyptera incarnata?

It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome in the states of Bahia and Espírito Santo, Brazil

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Lúcia Garcez Lohmann (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Lohmann' in the authors string.
Jessica Nayara Carvalho Francisco: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.N.C.Franc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77175179-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].