Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenuiflorum
ID:
302258

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28(4): 298. 1982 [1980 publ. 25 June 1982]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301590



Common Names

  • Aulosepalum tenuiflorum
  • Tenuiflorum Aulosepalum
  • Tenuiflorum


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Synonyms

  • Sarcoglottis tenuiflora (Greenm.) Conz. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes tenuiflora Greenm. [unknown]
  • Deiregyne tenuiflora (Greenm.) Burns-Bal. [unknown]
  • Deiregynopsis tenuiflora (Greenm.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Gamosepalum tenuiflorum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum (also called 'Slender Flower Sage', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, typically in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. The plant has a woody base and grows up to 1m tall with purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum is used as a garden ornamental for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep them moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in spring or early summer and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Aulosepalum tenuiflorum

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aulosepalum tenuiflorum?

Aulosepalum tenuiflorum

What is the common name of Aulosepalum tenuiflorum?

Slender-flowered Sage

What is the natural habitat of Aulosepalum tenuiflorum?

Mountainous regions of Mexico

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-18319: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.