Status:
valid
Authors:
Deble & F.S.Alves
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Candollea 68: 134 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318455
Common Names
- Herbertia amabilis
- Amabilis Herbertia
- Herbertia Amabilis
Description
Herbertia amabilis (also called Herbertia amabilis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is typically found growing on trees. It has a single, long, narrow leaf and a single, long-lasting, fragrant flower.
Uses & Benefits
Herbertia amabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Herbertia amabilis is a yellow-greenish color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Herbertia amabilis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.
Where to Find Herbertia amabilis
Herbertia amabilis is found in the coastal areas of Brazil.
Herbertia amabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Herbertia amabilis?
Herbertia amabilis
What is the common name of Herbertia amabilis?
Unknown
Where is Herbertia amabilis found?
Brazil
Species in the Herbertia genus
Herbertia amatorum,
Herbertia hauthalii,
Herbertia lahue,
Herbertia pulchella,
Herbertia quareimana,
Herbertia tigridioides,
Herbertia furcata,
Herbertia darwinii,
Herbertia zebrina,
Herbertia amabilis,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,