Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chamaelepanthes
ID:
1414510

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Bogarín & Karremans

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 340(2): 130. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426975



Common Names

  • Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes
  • Chamaelepanthes Gravendeelia
  • Chamaelepanthes' Gravendeelia


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Description

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes (also called 'Gravendeelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical Americas. It is an evergreen, terrestrial plant with a creeping rhizome and fronds up to 60 cm long. It is found in tropical rainforest, cloud forest, and montane forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes is a low-growing, evergreen fern that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or by spores.

Where to Find Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes?

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes

What is the common name of Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes?

Chamaelepanthes gravendeelia

Where is Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes native to?

Gravendeelia chamaelepanthes is native to South Africa.

Species in the Gravendeelia 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,

References

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Diego Bogarín (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogarín' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.