Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bernetiana
ID:
922469

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-B.Castillon

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 11: 151 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921804



Common Names

  • Jumellea bernetiana
  • Bernetiana Jumellea
  • Bernetiana Jumellea Orchid


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Description

Jumellea bernetiana (also called 'Bernet Jumellea' and 'Bernet Jumellea Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in the tropical forests of the region. It grows to a height of 10-20cm and has white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Jumellea bernetiana is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headache, and digestive issues. In addition, it is used as a ground cover, as it is a low-growing plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jumellea bernetiana has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jumellea bernetiana is a slow-growing, clumping bromeliad that can be propagated from offsets. The offsets should be carefully removed from the parent plant and potted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Place the plant in a warm, sunny location and fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Jumellea bernetiana

Jumellea bernetiana can be found in Madagascar.

Species in the Jumellea genus

Jumellea ambrensis, Jumellea amplifolia, Jumellea angustifolia, Jumellea anjouanensis, Jumellea arachnantha, Jumellea arborescens, Jumellea bathiei, Jumellea brachycentra, Jumellea brevifolia, Jumellea comorensis, Jumellea confusa, Jumellea cowanii, Jumellea cyrtoceras, Jumellea dendrobioides, Jumellea densefoliata, Jumellea divaricata, Jumellea exilis, Jumellea fragrans, Jumellea francoisii, Jumellea gregariiflora, Jumellea hyalina, Jumellea ibityana, Jumellea intricata, Jumellea jumelleana, Jumellea lignosa, Jumellea linearipetala, Jumellea longivaginans, Jumellea majalis, Jumellea major, Jumellea marojejiensis, Jumellea maxillarioides, Jumellea nutans, Jumellea ophioplectron, Jumellea pachyceras, Jumellea pachyra, Jumellea papangensis, Jumellea peyrotii, Jumellea porrigens, Jumellea punctata, Jumellea recta, Jumellea recurva, Jumellea rigida, Jumellea rossii, Jumellea similis, Jumellea spathulata, Jumellea stenoglossa, Jumellea stenophylla, Jumellea stipitata, Jumellea teretifolia, Jumellea triquetra,

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-467421: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Bernard Castillon (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-B.Castillon' in the authors string.