Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
seminuda
ID:
221711

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221040



Common Names

  • Kionophyton seminuda
  • Seminuda Kionophyton
  • Kionophyton


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Synonyms

  • Spiranthes seminuda Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos seminudum (Schltr.) Burns-Bal. [unknown]

Description

Kionophyton seminuda (also called Naked 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 seminuda 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 seminuda is a yellow, 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 seminuda 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 seminuda

Kionophyton seminuda can be found in Brazil.

Kionophyton seminuda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kionophyton seminuda?

Kionophyton seminuda

What is the family of Kionophyton seminuda?

Araliaceae

Where is Kionophyton seminuda 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-106004: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.