Koellensteinia florida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
florida
ID:
221852
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 8: 23 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221181
Common Names
- Koellensteinia florida
- Flowering Koellensteinia
- Koellensteinia Florida
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Koellensteinia colnagoi Ruschi [unknown]
- Promenaea florida Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Koellensteinia florida (also called Florid Koellensteinia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests, moist woodlands, and along rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Koellensteinia florida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is a great choice for adding color to any space.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Koellensteinia florida are yellow in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Koellensteinia florida can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Koellensteinia florida
Koellensteinia florida can be found in South America, specifically in Argentina and Uruguay.
Koellensteinia florida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Koellensteinia florida?
Koellensteinia florida
What type of soil does Koellensteinia florida prefer?
Koellensteinia florida prefers a soil that is well-draining, rich in organic matter, and slightly acidic.
How much sunlight does Koellensteinia florida need?
Koellensteinia florida prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Koellensteinia genus
Koellensteinia abaetana, Koellensteinia altissima, Koellensteinia carraoensis, Koellensteinia eburnea, Koellensteinia florida, Koellensteinia graminea, Koellensteinia hyacinthoides, Koellensteinia ionoptera, Koellensteinia kellneriana, Koellensteinia lilijae, Koellensteinia spiralis, Koellensteinia tricolor, Koellensteinia dasilvae,
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-106157: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.