Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cearensis
ID:
791703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Secco

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica 33: 224 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791036



Common Names

  • Adenophaedra cearensis
  • Cearan Adenophaedra
  • Cearan's Adenophaedra


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Description

Adenophaedra cearensis (also called Ceara Adenophaedra, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small white or yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Adenophaedra cearensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenophaedra cearensis has small, yellowish-brown flowers. Its seeds are small, brown and oval. The seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenophaedra cearensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 foot in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Adenophaedra cearensis

Adenophaedra cearensis can be found in Brazil.

Adenophaedra cearensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenophaedra cearensis?

Adenophaedra cearensis

What type of plant is Adenophaedra cearensis?

Shrub

Where does Adenophaedra cearensis grow?

Brazil

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References