Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
matthewsii
ID:
340439

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 150 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339771

Common Names

  • Aa matthewsii
  • Matthews' Aa
  • Matthews' False Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Aa lechleri Schltr. [unknown]
  • Altensteinia matthewsii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Altensteinia mathewsii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Aa matthewsii (also called Matthews' Aa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Aa matthewsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, rheumatism, and urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aa matthewsii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aa matthewsii is a perennial herb that grows in a variety of habitats, from dry to moist soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Aa matthewsii

Aa matthewsii can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Aa matthewsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aa matthewsii?

Aa matthewsii

What is the common name of Aa matthewsii?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Aa matthewsii?

Found in wet forests in Central America

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.