Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericaea
ID:
1412085

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. ex Benth.) Rye

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 28: 81. 2017 [20 Jan 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424550



Common Names

  • Ericaea Rinzia
  • Ericaea Orchid
  • Ericaea Star Orchid


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Description

Rinzia ericaea (also called Ericaea Rinzia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a single, leafless stem with small, white flowers. It grows in humid forests, often on the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Rinzia ericaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rinzia ericaea sub. ericaea
Rinzia ericaea sub. insularis Rye

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rinzia ericaea has small, tubular flowers that are white to pale pink in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rinzia ericaea can be propagated from seed or by division. When sowing seeds, use a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 1-2 weeks. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in well-draining soil. Rinzia ericaea prefers partial shade and should be grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Rinzia ericaea

Rinzia ericaea can be found in China.

Rinzia ericaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rinzia ericaea?

Rinzia ericaea

What is the common name of Rinzia ericaea?

Ericaceous Rinzia

What is the natural habitat of Rinzia ericaea?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.