Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sawyeri
ID:
221710

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl. & L.O.Williams) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28(4): 330. 1982 [1980 publ. 1982]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221039



Common Names

  • Kionophyton sawyeri
  • Sawyer's Kionophyton
  • Kionophyton


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Synonyms

  • Spiranthes sawyeri Standl. & L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Greenwoodia sawyeri (Standl. & L.O.Williams) Burns-Bal. [unknown]

Description

Kionophyton sawyeri (also called Sawyer's Kionophyton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kionophyton sawyeri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and homes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright, glossy foliage and long-lasting blooms.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kionophyton sawyeri is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kionophyton sawyeri can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Kionophyton sawyeri

Kionophyton sawyeri can be found in Brazil.

Kionophyton sawyeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kionophyton sawyeri?

Kionophyton sawyeri

What is the family of Kionophyton sawyeri?

Araliaceae

Where is Kionophyton sawyeri found?

Central and South America

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-106003: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.