Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rendovaense
ID:
792560

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 113: 41 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791893

Common Names

  • Bryobium rendovaense
  • Rendovaense Bryobium
  • Bryobium's Rendovaense

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Description

Bryobium rendovaense (also called Rendova Bryobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a terrestrial herb, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Bryobium rendovaense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bryobium rendovaense is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black berry that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bryobium rendovaense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bryobium rendovaense

Bryobium rendovaense is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Bryobium rendovaense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bryobium rendovaense?

Bryobium rendovaense

What is the common name of Bryobium rendovaense?

Rendovaense

What is the natural habitat of Bryobium rendovaense?

Tropical forests and woodlands

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-330463: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.