Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
trullata
ID:
221484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 221 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220813



Common Names

  • Kefersteinia trullata
  • Trullata Kefersteinia
  • Trullate Kefersteinia


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Synonyms

  • Senghasia trullata (Dressler) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Kefersteinia trullata (also called Kefersteinia trullata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in montane forests and shrublands at elevations of 1,500–2,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kefersteinia trullata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kefersteinia trullata can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Kefersteinia trullata

Kefersteinia trullata can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Kefersteinia trullata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kefersteinia trullata?

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What is the common name of Kefersteinia trullata?

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Where is Kefersteinia trullata found?

Kefersteinia trullata 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,

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