Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
roraimensis
ID:
215800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 6: 63 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215129

Common Names

  • Houlletia roraimensis
  • Roraimensis Houlletia
  • Houlletia Roraimensis

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Synonyms

  • Jennyella roraimensis (Rolfe) Lückel & Baumbach [unknown]

Description

Houlletia roraimensis (also called 'Roraima Tea', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in wet, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Houlletia roraimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to protect the soil from erosion and to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Houlletia roraimensis has yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Houlletia roraimensis is a shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Houlletia roraimensis

Houlletia roraimensis is native to the highlands of Guyana and Venezuela.

Houlletia roraimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Houlletia roraimensis?

Houlletia roraimensis

What are the common names of Houlletia roraimensis?

Roraima Houlletia, Roraima Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Houlletia roraimensis?

Houlletia roraimensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and 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,

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