Rhytidophyllum earlei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
earlei
ID:
1273683
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Urb. & Britton) C.V.Morton
Source:
tro
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 9: 23 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273021
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhytidophyllum earlei (also called 'Earle's Rhytidophyllum', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytidophyllum earlei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhytidophyllum earlei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhytidophyllum earlei is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Rhytidophyllum earlei
Rhytidophyllum earlei is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Rhytidophyllum earlei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytidophyllum earlei?
Rhytidophyllum earlei
What is the common name of Rhytidophyllum earlei?
Earle's Palma
What is the natural habitat of Rhytidophyllum earlei?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Rhytidophyllum genus
Rhytidophyllum lanatum, Rhytidophyllum rhodocalyx, Rhytidophyllum minus, Rhytidophyllum mogoticola, Rhytidophyllum petiolare, Rhytidophyllum bicolor, Rhytidophyllum acunae, Rhytidophyllum asperum, Rhytidophyllum caribaeum, Rhytidophyllum coccineum, Rhytidophyllum crenulatum, Rhytidophyllum exsertum, Rhytidophyllum onacaense, Rhytidophyllum cumanense, Rhytidophyllum grandiflorum, Rhytidophyllum daisyanum, Rhytidophyllum berteroanum, Rhytidophyllum tomentosum, Rhytidophyllum auriculatum, Rhytidophyllum earlei, Rhytidophyllum grande, Rhytidophyllum leucomallon, Rhytidophyllum lomense, Rhytidophyllum rupincola, Rhytidophyllum vernicosum, Rhytidophyllum viscidum,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50261335: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.