Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
confusa
ID:
315957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Orchis 11: 37 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315289



Common Names

  • Acineta confusa
  • Confusa Acineta
  • Confusa-like Acineta


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Description

Acineta confusa (also called Acineta confusum, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical moist forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acineta confusa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acineta confusa has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem. They are covered in small, white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acineta confusa is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division is best done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acineta confusa

Acineta confusa is native to Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Acineta confusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acineta confusa?

Acineta confusa

What is the natural habitat of Acineta confusa?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Acineta confusa?

Up to 8 cm in height

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-1963: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.