Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spiritu-sanctensis
ID:
317831
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pabst) F.Barros & Toscano
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Anais Congr. Nac. Bot. Manaus 35: 23 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317163
Common Names
- Spiritu-Sanctensis Barbosella
- Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis
- Barbosella
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- Pleurothallis spiritu-sanctensis Pabst [unknown]
Description
Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis (also called Spiritu-sanctenese Barbosella, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers. It is native to Brazil, Colombia, and Peru and is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis is white to pale yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
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Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Hawaii and is found in coastal areas and dry forests. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis
Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis?
Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis
What is the family of Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis?
Campanulaceae
What is the habitat of Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis?
Tropical montane forests
Species in the Barbosella genus
Barbosella australis, Barbosella circinata, Barbosella cogniauxiana, Barbosella crassifolia, Barbosella cucullata, Barbosella dolichorhiza, Barbosella dusenii, Barbosella gardneri, Barbosella geminata, Barbosella macaheensis, Barbosella miersii, Barbosella orbicularis, Barbosella prorepens, Barbosella ricii, Barbosella schista, Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis, Barbosella trilobata, Barbosella vasquezii, Barbosella portillae,
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-19811: Based on the initial data import
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.
Antonio Luiz Vieira Toscano (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toscano' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.