Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
skinneri
ID:
432002

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bateman) Dressler & W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 7: 38 (2003).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431334

Common Names

  • Guarianthe skinneri
  • Skinner's Guarianthe
  • Skinner's Cattleya

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Synonyms

  • Cattleya skinneri alba Schltr. [unknown]
  • Cattleya skinneri Bateman [unknown]
  • Guarianthe skinneri alba (Rchb.f.) Christenson [unknown]
  • Cattleya skinneri alba Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum huegelianum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Guarianthe deckeri (Klotzsch) J.M.H.Shaw [unknown]
  • Epidendrum hugelianum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Guarianthe skinneri (also called Skinner's Guarianthe, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Guarianthe skinneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guarianthe skinneri has small white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guarianthe skinneri is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Guarianthe skinneri

Guarianthe skinneri is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the understory of tropical forests.

Guarianthe skinneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guarianthe skinneri?

Guarianthe skinneri

What is the common name of Guarianthe skinneri?

Skinner's Guarianthe

What is the natural habitat of Guarianthe skinneri?

It is native to Costa Rica and Panama.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-247368: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
James Bateman (1811-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bateman' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.