Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tamnoides
ID:
298226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Juss.) Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 34: 589 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297558



Common Names

  • Romanoa Tamnoides
  • Tamnoides Romanoa
  • Tamnoides Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Plukenetia tamnoides Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sajorium tamnoides Baill. [unknown]
  • Anabaena tamnoides A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Anabaenella tamnoides Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Anabaenella tamnoides genuina Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Romanoa tamnoides (also called 'Tamnoides Romanoa', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a medium-sized epiphyte with long, thin, arching stems that bear several small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in humid forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Romanoa tamnoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Romanoa tamnoides var. sinuata (Ule) Radcl.-Sm.
Romanoa tamnoides var. tamnoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Romanoa tamnoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Romanoa tamnoides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet (3 m) in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Romanoa tamnoides

Romanoa tamnoides can be found in Central and South America.

Romanoa tamnoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Romanoa tamnoides?

Romanoa tamnoides

What is the common name of Romanoa tamnoides?

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What is the natural habitat of Romanoa tamnoides?

Romanoa tamnoides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Species in the Romanoa genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179378: Based on the initial data import
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.