Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 39: 1 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924811
Common Names
- Two-flowered Aglossorrhyncha
- Biflora Aglossorrhyncha
- Two-flowered Golden-flowered Aglossorrhyncha
Description
Aglossorrhyncha biflora (also called Two-Flowered Aglossorrhyncha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are yellow-green in color. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Aglossorrhyncha biflora is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate homes and gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aglossorrhyncha biflora has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in groups of 2-3. The seeds are small, black and hard. The seedlings have thin, lanceolate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aglossorrhyncha biflora is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 feet tall and wide. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Aglossorrhyncha biflora
Aglossorrhyncha biflora is native to South America.
Species in the Aglossorrhyncha genus
Aglossorrhyncha aurea,
Aglossorrhyncha biflora,
Aglossorrhyncha bilobula,
Aglossorrhyncha fruticicola,
Aglossorrhyncha galanthiflora,
Aglossorrhyncha jabiensis,
Aglossorrhyncha lucida,
Aglossorrhyncha micronesiaca,
Aglossorrhyncha peculiaris,
Aglossorrhyncha serrulata,
Aglossorrhyncha stenophylla,
Aglossorrhyncha torricellensis,
Aglossorrhyncha viridis,
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,