Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longipetiolata
ID:
1328925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Biosystems 148: 996 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341379



Common Names

  • Mesadenella longipetiolata
  • Longipetiolata Mesadenella
  • Mesadenella


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Description

Mesadenella longipetiolata (also called Long-petioled Mesadenella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is native to South America, where it grows in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mesadenella longipetiolata is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesadenella longipetiolata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesadenella longipetiolata can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It is best to use a nutrient-rich substrate and keep the plant moist but not soggy. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity.

Where to Find Mesadenella longipetiolata

Mesadenella longipetiolata can be found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Mesadenella longipetiolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesadenella longipetiolata?

Mesadenella longipetiolata

What is the common name of Mesadenella longipetiolata?

Long-petiole Mesadenella

What is the natural habitat of Mesadenella longipetiolata?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.