Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oscarii
ID:
221465

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20: 240 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220794



Common Names

  • Kefersteinia oscarii
  • Oscar's Kefersteinia
  • Oscar Kefersteinia


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Description

Kefersteinia oscarii (also called Oscari's Kefersteinia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Andean regions of South America. It is found in moist and humid habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Kefersteinia oscarii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kefersteinia oscarii has white flowers with yellow anthers and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kefersteinia oscarii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry deciduous forest. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Kefersteinia oscarii

Kefersteinia oscarii can be found in Colombia.

Kefersteinia oscarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kefersteinia oscarii?

Kefersteinia oscarii

What is the natural habitat of Kefersteinia oscarii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Kefersteinia oscarii?

Up to 1 meter

Species in the Kefersteinia genus

Kefersteinia alba, Kefersteinia andreettae, Kefersteinia auriculata, Kefersteinia aurorae, Kefersteinia bengasahra, Kefersteinia bismarckii, Kefersteinia candida, Kefersteinia chocoensis, Kefersteinia costaricensis, Kefersteinia delcastilloi, Kefersteinia elegans, Kefersteinia escalerensis, Kefersteinia escobariana, Kefersteinia excentrica, Kefersteinia expansa, Kefersteinia gemma, Kefersteinia graminea, Kefersteinia guacamayoana, Kefersteinia heideri, Kefersteinia hirtzii, Kefersteinia klabochii, Kefersteinia koechliniorum, Kefersteinia lactea, Kefersteinia lafontainei, Kefersteinia laminata, Kefersteinia lojae, Kefersteinia maculosa, Kefersteinia microcharis, Kefersteinia minutiflora, Kefersteinia mystacina, Kefersteinia niesseniae, Kefersteinia ocellata, Kefersteinia orbicularis, Kefersteinia oscarii, Kefersteinia parvilabris, Kefersteinia pastorellii, Kefersteinia pellita, Kefersteinia perlonga, Kefersteinia pulchella, Kefersteinia pusilla, Kefersteinia retanae, Kefersteinia richardhegerlii, Kefersteinia ricii, Kefersteinia salustianae, Kefersteinia sanguinolenta, Kefersteinia stapelioides, Kefersteinia stevensonii, Kefersteinia taurina, Kefersteinia tolimensis, Kefersteinia trullata,

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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