Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rolfe) Farminhão, Stévart & Droissart
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 373(2): 113. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427077
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.
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 Kylicanthe genus
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
Vincent Droissart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Droissart' in the authors string.