Barkeria whartoniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
whartoniana
ID:
318247
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Soto Arenas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 240 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317579
Common Names
- Barkeria whartoniana
- Whartoniana Barkeria
- Wharton's Barkeria
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- Epidendrum whartonianum C.Schweinf. [unknown]
Description
Barkeria whartoniana (also called Wharton's Barkeria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Barkeria whartoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Barkeria whartoniana has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barkeria whartoniana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a potting mix of peat moss and perlite. Division should be done in the spring or summer. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in its own pot. The potting mix should be a combination of peat moss and perlite.
Where to Find Barkeria whartoniana
Barkeria whartoniana can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras.
Barkeria whartoniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkeria whartoniana?
Barkeria whartoniana
What type of plant is Barkeria whartoniana?
It is a species of orchid.
Where is Barkeria whartoniana found?
It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
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-19853: Based on the initial data import
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.