Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
carinata
ID:
801606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 2: 243 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800940



Common Names

  • Capanemia carinata
  • Carinata Capanemia
  • Carinat Capanemia


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Description

Capanemia carinata (also called Carinate Capanemia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It has a single, erect stem with two to four leaves. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Capanemia carinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Capanemia carinata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capanemia carinata is a tropical plant that is native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5m in height and has large, bright green leaves. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Capanemia carinata

Capanemia carinata is native to Brazil and is found in the states of Bahia, Espirito Santo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Capanemia carinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capanemia carinata?

Capanemia carinata

What is the common name of Capanemia carinata?

Keeled Capanemia

What is the natural habitat of Capanemia carinata?

It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay

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-33935: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.