Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
guanahacabibensis
ID:
1333089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Múj.Benítez, E.González & J.M.Díaz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 15: 184 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345543



Common Names

  • Broughtonia guanahacabibensis
  • Guanahacabibensis Broughtonia
  • Broughtonia


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Description

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis (also called Guanahacabibes Broughtonia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub with a creeping rhizome and small, oblong-elliptic leaves. It is native to Cuba, and its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis has white or yellowish-white flowers that are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are about 5 cm in diameter.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis can be propagated through division of the clumps of the plant. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in an area that receives bright, indirect sunlight. It is also drought tolerant and can survive in temperatures as low as -15°C.

Where to Find Broughtonia guanahacabibensis

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Cuba.

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Broughtonia guanahacabibensis?

Broughtonia guanahacabibensis

What type of plant is Broughtonia guanahacabibensis?

Orchid

Where is Broughtonia guanahacabibensis found?

Cuba

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

Ernesto Mújica Benítez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Múj.Benítez' in the authors string.
Elaine González Hernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.González' in the authors string.
J.M. Díaz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Díaz' in the authors string.