Kegeliella orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
221621
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Gerlach
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Orchids Venezuela , ed. 2: 1137 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220950
Common Names
- Kegeliella orientalis
- Oriental Kegeliella
- Kegeliella
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kegeliella orientalis (also called “Oriental Kegeliella”, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Kegeliella orientalis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kegeliella orientalis is a creamy white colour with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kegeliella orientalis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Kegeliella orientalis
Kegeliella orientalis can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.
Kegeliella orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kegeliella orientalis?
Kegeliella orientalis
What type of plant is Kegeliella orientalis?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Kegeliella orientalis native to?
It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Species in the Kegeliella genus
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-105909: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.