Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
532011

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Juss.) W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 181 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531343



Common Names

  • Amorimia maritima
  • Maritime Amorimia
  • Maritime Water Milfoil


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Synonyms

  • Triopterys polycarpa Salzm. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Hiraea maritima A.Juss. [unknown]

Description

Amorimia maritima (also called 'Maritime Amorimia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a single flower. It is found growing on trees in humid forests and is adapted to the warm and wet climate of the tropics.

Uses & Benefits

Amorimia maritima is an ornamental plant used in landscaping and gardening for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and dizziness.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amorimia maritima has small, yellow flowers with a single style and three stamens. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings have two to three leaves that are linear in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amorimia maritima is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, humus-rich, moist soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Amorimia maritima

Amorimia maritima is found in tropical regions of South America.

Amorimia maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amorimia maritima?

Amorimia maritima

What is the common name of Amorimia maritima?

Maritime Amorimia

What is the natural habitat of Amorimia maritima?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2634111: Based on the initial data import
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.