Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
goldenbergii
ID:
1333664

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.F.Lima, Baumgratz, NicLugh. & J.U.Santos

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 267(1): 80 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346118





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Description

Graffenrieda goldenbergii (also called Goldenberg's Graffenrieda, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Central America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Graffenrieda goldenbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Graffenrieda goldenbergii are white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Graffenrieda goldenbergii is a terrestrial orchid native to Costa Rica. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, acidic potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs in the spring.

Where to Find Graffenrieda goldenbergii

Graffenrieda goldenbergii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Graffenrieda goldenbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Graffenrieda goldenbergii?

Graffenrieda goldenbergii

What are the common names of Graffenrieda goldenbergii?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Graffenrieda goldenbergii?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Graffenrieda genus

Graffenrieda glandulosa, Graffenrieda comostegioides, Graffenrieda gracilis, Graffenrieda obliqua, Graffenrieda anomala, Graffenrieda caryophyllea, Graffenrieda emarginata, Graffenrieda fantastica, Graffenrieda foliosa, Graffenrieda intermedia, Graffenrieda laurina, Graffenrieda limbata, Graffenrieda miconioides, Graffenrieda moritziana, Graffenrieda patens, Graffenrieda rupestris, Graffenrieda sessilifolia, Graffenrieda weddellii, Graffenrieda cinna, Graffenrieda trichanthera, Graffenrieda bella, Graffenrieda galeottii, Graffenrieda micrantha, Graffenrieda grandifolia, Graffenrieda gentlei, Graffenrieda rotundifolia, Graffenrieda cucullata, Graffenrieda uribei, Graffenrieda calyptrelloides, Graffenrieda robusta, Graffenrieda tristis, Graffenrieda fruticosa, Graffenrieda rufa, Graffenrieda steyermarkii, Graffenrieda versicolor, Graffenrieda hitchcockii, Graffenrieda polymera, Graffenrieda latifolia, Graffenrieda phoenicea, Graffenrieda harlingii, Graffenrieda colombiana, Graffenrieda scandens, Graffenrieda santamartensis, Graffenrieda irwinii, Graffenrieda caudata, Graffenrieda moaensis, Graffenrieda tamana, Graffenrieda reticulata, Graffenrieda kralii, Graffenrieda jauana,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

João Ubiratan Moreira dos Santos (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.U.Santos' in the authors string.
José Fernando A. Baumgratz (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baumgratz' in the authors string.
Eimear Nic Lughadha (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'NicLugh.' in the authors string.
Laíce Fernanda Gomes de Lima (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.F.Lima' in the authors string.