Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wolteriana
ID:
320771

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Orchis 9: 28 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320103



Common Names

  • Wolter's Batemannia
  • Batemannia Wolteriana
  • Wolter's Star


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Description

Batemannia wolteriana (also called 'White Tabernaemontana', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It has light green, glossy leaves and produces fragrant white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Batemannia wolteriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Batemannia wolteriana is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, spherical seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Batemannia wolteriana is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Batemannia wolteriana

Batemannia wolteriana is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is typically found in moist forests and woodlands.

Batemannia wolteriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Batemannia wolteriana?

Batemannia wolteriana

What are the common names of Batemannia wolteriana?

Wolter's Batemannia, Wolter's Tabernaemontana

What is the natural habitat of Batemannia wolteriana?

It is native to tropical forests in South America

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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-20092: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.