Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
216401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5(3): 114 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215730



Common Names

  • Huttonaea grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Huttonaea
  • Large-flowered Huttonaea


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Synonyms

  • Huttonaea oreophila grandiflora Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Huttonaea grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Huttonaea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and dry deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Huttonaea grandiflora is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huttonaea grandiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huttonaea grandiflora is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in a humid environment with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Huttonaea grandiflora

Huttonaea grandiflora is found in the Philippines.

Huttonaea grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huttonaea grandiflora?

Huttonaea grandiflora

What is the common name of Huttonaea grandiflora?

Large-flowered Huttonaea

What is the natural habitat of Huttonaea grandiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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