Bensteinia ramonensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramonensis
ID:
837907
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pupulin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 118(1290, Suppl.): 41 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837242
Common Names
- Bensteinia ramonensis
- Ramonensis Bensteinia
- Ramonensis Bensteinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bensteinia ramonensis (also called Ramon's Bensteinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Peru and is found in moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bensteinia ramonensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bensteinia ramonensis has small white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bensteinia ramonensis is a perennial herb native to tropical America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Bensteinia ramonensis
Bensteinia ramonensis is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.
Bensteinia ramonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bensteinia ramonensis?
Bensteinia ramonensis
Where is Bensteinia ramonensis found?
Bensteinia ramonensis is found in Mexico.
What is the growth habit of Bensteinia ramonensis?
Bensteinia ramonensis is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.
Species in the Bensteinia genus
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-374568: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.