Status:
valid
Authors:
F.E.L.Miranda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Albertoa 3(10): 95 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921100
Common Names
- Constantia cristinae
- Cristinae Constantia
- Constantia cristinae var. cristinae
Description
Constantia cristinae (also called Cristina's Constantia, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to the Cristina region of Brazil. It has long, thin, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Constantia cristinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Constantia cristinae has white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Constantia cristinae can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, sandy soil and should be kept in partial shade. Water regularly, but do not overwater. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Constantia cristinae
Constantia cristinae is native to the Canary Islands and is found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.
Species in the Constantia 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,