Mediocalcar arfakense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arfakense
ID:
239800
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 559 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239132
Common Names
- Mediocalcar arfakense
- Mediocalcar
- Arfakense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mediocalcar arfakense (also called 'Arfak Mediocalcar', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has leathery leaves with serrated edges and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Mediocalcar arfakense is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mediocalcar arfakense has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mediocalcar arfakense is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Mediocalcar arfakense
Mediocalcar arfakense can be found in New Guinea.
Mediocalcar arfakense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mediocalcar arfakense?
Mediocalcar arfakense
What are the common names of Mediocalcar arfakense?
Mediocalcar arfakense is also known as the Arfak Mediocalcar
What is the natural habitat of Mediocalcar arfakense?
Mediocalcar arfakense is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Mediocalcar genus
Mediocalcar agathodaemonis, Mediocalcar arfakense, Mediocalcar bifolium, Mediocalcar bulbophylloides, Mediocalcar congestum, Mediocalcar crenulatum, Mediocalcar decoratum, Mediocalcar geniculatum, Mediocalcar papuanum, Mediocalcar paradoxum, Mediocalcar pygmaeum, Mediocalcar stevenscoodei, Mediocalcar subteres, Mediocalcar umboiense, Mediocalcar uniflorum, Mediocalcar versteegii,
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-123212: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.