Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
1317977

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prain) Mayta & Molinari

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Weberbauerella1(11): 3 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330431



Common Names

  • Biancaea parviflora
  • Parviflora Biancaea
  • Biancaea


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Description

Biancaea parviflora (also called Small-flowered Biancaea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small to medium sized epiphytic orchid with a short stem and many thin roots. Its leaves are oblong and have a pointed tip. It is found in humid forests, usually growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Biancaea parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Biancaea parviflora has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and ovoid. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Biancaea parviflora is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by seed. The rootstock should be divided in spring or autumn and planted in a sunny spot. The seed should be sown in spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Biancaea parviflora

Biancaea parviflora is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Biancaea parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Biancaea parviflora?

Biancaea parviflora

What is the common name of Biancaea parviflora?

Small-flowered Biancaea

What type of plant is Biancaea parviflora?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.
Luis Fernando Mayta Anco (b.1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mayta' in the authors string.