Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusilla
ID:
221471

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 33: 59 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220800



Common Names

  • Kefersteinia pusilla
  • Pusilla Kefersteinia
  • Tiny Kefersteinia


Searching for Kefersteinia pusilla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Kefersteinia benvenathar D.E.Benn. & Christenson [unknown]
  • Kefersteinia bertoldii Jenny [unknown]
  • Kefersteinia jarae D.E.Benn. & Christenson [unknown]
  • Kefersteinia licethyae D.E.Benn. & Christenson [unknown]
  • Kefersteinia vollesii Jenny [unknown]
  • Senghasia vollesii (Jenny) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Senghasia bertoldii (Jenny) Szlach. & Romowicz [unknown]
  • Senghasia jarae (D.E.Benn. & Christenson) Szlach. & Romowicz [unknown]
  • Senghasia licethyae (D.E.Benn. & Christenson) Szlach. & Romowicz [unknown]
  • Chondrorhyncha pusilla C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Kefersteinia pusilla (also called Pusilla 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 pusilla is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kefersteinia pusilla is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, green leaves.

Searching for Kefersteinia pusilla? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Kefersteinia pusilla 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 pusilla

Kefersteinia pusilla can be found in Colombia.

Kefersteinia pusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kefersteinia pusilla?

Kefersteinia pusilla

What is the common name of Kefersteinia pusilla?

Kefersteinia pusilla

Where is Kefersteinia pusilla found?

Kefersteinia pusilla is found in Mexico and Central America.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-105758: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.