Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
eumicroscopica
ID:
983406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 3: 563 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000982744



Common Names

  • Eumicroscopic Hofmeisterella
  • Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica
  • Hofmeisterella


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Description

Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica (also called Hofmeister's False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica is a popular ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica has white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica

Hofmeisterella eumicroscopica is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Species in the Hofmeisterella 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,

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