Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
526462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Pl. Vasc. Gen. : 300 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525794



Common Names

  • Schiekia orinocensis
  • Orinocensis Schiekia
  • Orinocensis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Schiekia flavescens Maury [unknown]
  • Troschelia orinocensis Klotzsch & M.R.Schomb. [unknown]
  • Wachendorfia orinocensis Kunth [unknown]

Description

Schiekia orinocensis (also called Orinoco Schiekia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, where it grows in wet forests and along rivers. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with heart-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Schiekia orinocensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Schiekia orinocensis sub. orinocensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schiekia orinocensis has yellow flowers with reddish centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schiekia orinocensis is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Schiekia orinocensis

Schiekia orinocensis is native to South America.

Schiekia orinocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schiekia orinocensis?

Schiekia orinocensis

What are the common names of Schiekia orinocensis?

Orinoco Schiekia

What is the natural habitat of Schiekia orinocensis?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Schiekia genus

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-262835: Based on the initial data import
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.