Status:
valid
Authors:
De-Nova & Sosa
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 31: 542 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805741
Common Names
- Enriquebeltrania disjuncta
- Disjunct Enriquebeltrania
- Disjunct Enriquebeltrania
Description
Enriquebeltrania disjuncta (also called Disjunct Enriquebeltrania, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Enriquebeltrania disjuncta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine and in the production of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Enriquebeltrania disjuncta is white with a yellow center. The seed is oval and brown. The seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Enriquebeltrania disjuncta is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a potting mix of bark chips, sphagnum moss, and perlite, or in a bark-based mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept evenly moist. Propagation is by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.
Where to Find Enriquebeltrania disjuncta
Enriquebeltrania disjuncta can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Enriquebeltrania disjuncta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Enriquebeltrania disjuncta?
Enriquebeltrania disjuncta
What is the common name of Enriquebeltrania disjuncta?
Disjunct Enriquebeltrania
What is the natural habitat of Enriquebeltrania disjuncta?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Enriquebeltrania genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
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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,