Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
virescens
ID:
954309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 15: 385 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000953647



Common Names

  • Altensteinia virescens
  • Virescens Altensteinia
  • Green Altensteinia


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Description

Altensteinia virescens (also called 'Virescent Altensteinia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves with a glossy texture and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Altensteinia virescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Altensteinia virescens has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Altensteinia virescens is a tropical evergreen shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Altensteinia virescens

Altensteinia virescens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-7169: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.