Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
parasitica
ID:
1043388

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich. & Galeotti) Salazar & Soto Arenas

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 97: 52 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042726



Common Names

  • Parasitic Funkiella
  • Parasitic Pea
  • Parasitic Vigna


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Description

Funkiella parasitica (also called Parasitic Funkiella, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Funkiella parasitica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Funkiella parasitica has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Funkiella parasitica is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate this species, it is best to use a medium that is composed of equal parts of sphagnum moss and perlite. The medium should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant should be grown in partial shade and in temperatures between 60-80°F (15-26°C). Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Funkiella parasitica

Funkiella parasitica is found in South America.

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

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.