Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fritz-halbingeriana
ID:
318034
Status:
valid
Authors:
Soto Arenas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 245 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317366
Common Names
- Fritz-Halbinger's Barkeria
- Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana
- Fritz-Halbinger's Barkeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana (also called Barkeria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,400 m. It is a small epiphyte with a creeping rhizome, and long, thin, wiry roots.
Uses & Benefits
Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for rope making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana is yellow, with a long, curved nectar spur. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by division. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana
Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana can be found in Mexico.
Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana?
Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana
What type of plant is Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana?
It is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae.
Where is Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana found?
It is found in Mexico.
Species in the Barkeria genus
Barkeria barkeriola, Barkeria dorotheae, Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana, Barkeria lindleyana, Barkeria melanocaulon, Barkeria naevosa, Barkeria obovata, Barkeria palmeri, Barkeria scandens, Barkeria shoemakeri, Barkeria skinneri, Barkeria spectabilis, Barkeria strophinx, Barkeria uniflora, Barkeria whartoniana, Barkeria archilarum, Barkeria skinneri,
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-19831: Based on the initial data import
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.