Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pungens
ID:
1318468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) M.Simo & Stévart

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 96: 83. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330922



Common Names

  • Afropectinariella Pungens
  • Pungens Afropectinariella
  • Pungens' Afropectinariella


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Description

Afropectinariella pungens (also called African Pectinatella, among many other common names) is a species of bryozoan that is native to Africa. It is a colonial organism that forms a thin, membranous mat, with individual zooids embedded in the matrix. It is found in shallow, slow-moving freshwater habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Afropectinariella pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Afropectinariella pungens has a white flower with a yellow labellum and a short, curved spur. Its seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Afropectinariella pungens is a small terrestrial orchid native to Africa. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers a cool, moist environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Afropectinariella pungens

Afropectinariella pungens is native to the tropical rainforests of Africa.

Afropectinariella pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Afropectinariella pungens?

Afropectinariella pungens

What is the family of Afropectinariella pungens?

Pectinariaceae

Where is Afropectinariella pungens native to?

Africa

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.
Murielle Simo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Simo' in the authors string.