Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vollesii
ID:
794813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Gerlach, Neudecker & Seeger) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 94 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794146



Common Names

  • Echinorhyncha vollesii
  • Vollesii Echinorhyncha
  • Vollesii Spiny-headed Worm


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Description

Echinorhyncha vollesii (also called Volles' Echinorhynch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Mexico. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Echinorhyncha vollesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Echinorhyncha vollesii are white and tubular, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinorhyncha vollesii is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for best results.

Where to Find Echinorhyncha vollesii

Echinorhyncha vollesii is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforest.

Echinorhyncha vollesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinorhyncha vollesii?

Echinorhyncha vollesii

What is the common name of Echinorhyncha vollesii?

Volles' tapeworm

What is the natural habitat of Echinorhyncha vollesii?

Marine and brackish waters

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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-332713: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.
Tilman Neudecker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neudecker' in the authors string.
Hans-Gerhardt Seeger (1939-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seeger' in the authors string.