Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
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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Description

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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Cultivation 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 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.