Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ricii
ID:
221475

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vásquez & Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Boliv. Bot. 2: 4 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220804



Common Names

  • Kefersteinia ricii
  • Ricii Kefersteinia
  • Rici's Kefersteinia


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

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Kefersteinia ricii (also called Ricii'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 ricii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kefersteinia ricii is yellow 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 ricii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Kefersteinia ricii 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 ricii

Kefersteinia ricii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Kefersteinia ricii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kefersteinia ricii?

Kefersteinia ricii

What is the common name of Kefersteinia ricii?

Kefersteinia ricii

Where is Kefersteinia ricii found?

Kefersteinia ricii 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