Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 20: 31 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921543
Common Names
- Fernandezia vaginata
- Vaginata Fern
- Fernandezia
Description
Fernandezia vaginata (also called 'Sheathed Fernandezia', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America, and is found in dry, open savannas and seasonally flooded grasslands. It has a grey-brown bark with a smooth texture, and its leaves are lanceolate to ovate, and are dull green in colour.
Uses & Benefits
Fernandezia vaginata is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens, flower beds, and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fernandezia vaginata has small yellow flowers, with seeds that are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fernandezia vaginata is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Costa Rica. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Plant in a well-draining potting mix and water regularly. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Propagate by division or seed.
Where to Find Fernandezia vaginata
Fernandezia vaginata can be found in Colombia.
Species in the Fernandezia genus
Fernandezia aurantiaca,
Fernandezia falcifolia,
Fernandezia gracillima,
Fernandezia hagsateri,
Fernandezia hispidula,
Fernandezia lycopodioides,
Fernandezia mexicana,
Fernandezia capitata,
Fernandezia bryophyta,
Fernandezia cuencae,
Fernandezia crystallina,
Fernandezia cardenasii,
Fernandezia costaricensis,
Fernandezia bucarasicae,
Fernandezia tenuis,
Fernandezia theodorii,
Fernandezia tortuosa,
Fernandezia cyrtophylla,
Fernandezia vaginata,
Fernandezia breviconnata,
Fernandezia pastii,
Fernandezia pectinata,
Fernandezia peperomioides,
Fernandezia tajacayaensis,
Fernandezia debedoutii,
Fernandezia stuebelii,
Fernandezia squarrosa,
Fernandezia serra,
Fernandezia pseudodichaea,
Fernandezia favosifolia,
Fernandezia piesikii,
Fernandezia distichoides,
Fernandezia ecallosa,
Fernandezia micrangis,
Fernandezia micrantha,
Fernandezia minus,
Fernandezia nubivaga,
Fernandezia parvifolia,
Fernandezia dalstroemii,
Fernandezia ecuadorensis,
Fernandezia denticulata,
Fernandezia hartwegii,
Fernandezia ionanthera,
Fernandezia lanceolata,
Fernandezia maculata,
Fernandezia myrtillus,
Fernandezia nigrosignata,
Fernandezia sanguinea,
Fernandezia subbiflora,
Fernandezia tica,
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,