Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
quintasii
ID:
1414612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) Farminhão, Stévart & Droissart

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 373(2): 113. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427077


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Description

Kylicanthe quintasii (also called Quintas' kylicanthe, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kylicanthe quintasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kylicanthe quintasii is white and tubular with five lobes. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kylicanthe quintasii is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to Central America. It is easily propagated by seed and can be cultivated in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It is tolerant of drought and can withstand some shade.

Where to Find Kylicanthe quintasii

Kylicanthe quintasii can be found in the highlands of Mexico.

Kylicanthe quintasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kylicanthe quintasii?

Kylicanthe quintasii

What are the common names of Kylicanthe quintasii?

Mountain daisy, mountain ebony

What is the natural habitat of Kylicanthe quintasii?

Tropical rainforest

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

Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.
Vincent Droissart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Droissart' in the authors string.
João N. M. Farminhão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Farminhão' in the authors string.