Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason) Hensold & Giul.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 453 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523118
Common Names
- Duuae Rondonanthus
- Rondonanthus Duuae
- Duuae's Rondonanthus
Description
Rondonanthus duidae (also called Duidae Rondonanthus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid with small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in humid forests at elevations of 500-2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Rondonanthus duidae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces white, bell-shaped flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rondonanthus duidae has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rondonanthus duidae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a moist medium. Plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Rondonanthus duidae
Rondonanthus duidae can be found in Brazil.
Rondonanthus duidae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rondonanthus duidae?
Rondonanthus duidae
What is the common name of Rondonanthus duidae?
Cherry Bells
What type of plant is Rondonanthus duidae?
Evergreen shrub
Species in the Rondonanthus genus
Species in the Eriocaulaceae family
Comanthera kegeliana,
Comanthera harleyi,
Comanthera euschemus,
Comanthera elegantula,
Comanthera elegans,
Comanthera dealbata,
Comanthera curralensis,
Comanthera brasiliana,
Comanthera bisulcata,
Comanthera bahiensis,
Comanthera aurifibrata,
Comanthera aciphylla,
Comanthera hatschbachii,
Comanthera xeranthemoides,
Comanthera caespitosa,
Comanthera centauroides,
Comanthera reflexa,
Comanthera jenmanii,
Comanthera floccosa,
Comanthera circinnata,
Comanthera cipoensis,
Comanthera giuliettiae,
Comanthera suberosa,
Comanthera ruprechtiana,
Comanthera paepalophylla,
Comanthera nivea,
Comanthera nitida,
Comanthera magnifica,
Comanthera imbricata,
Comanthera mucugensis,
Comanthera lanosa,
Comanthera retroflexa,
Comanthera pignalii,
Comanthera brunnea,
Comanthera dimera,
Comanthera angustifolia,
Comanthera tricostata,
Comanthera borbae,
Eriocaulon abyssinicum,
Eriocaulon achiton,
Eriocaulon acutibracteatum,
Eriocaulon acutifolium,
Eriocaulon adamesii,
Eriocaulon aethiopicum,
Eriocaulon africanum,
Eriocaulon afzelianum,
Eriocaulon albocapitatum,
Eriocaulon alleizettei,
Eriocaulon alpestre,
Eriocaulon alpinum,
References
Nancy Hensold: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hensold' in the authors string.