Microsaccus wenzelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wenzelii
ID:
244353
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 5: 257 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243685
Common Names
- Microsaccus wenzelii
- Wenzel's Microsaccus
- Microsaccus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microsaccus wenzelii (also called Chiquitano, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Microsaccus wenzelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used as a flavoring in cooking.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microsaccus wenzelii has small, yellow-green flowers with a white labellum. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microsaccus wenzelii is a small, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a sunny location. It can be propagated by cuttings, layering, or seed. The seeds should be sown on the surface of a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Microsaccus wenzelii
Microsaccus wenzelii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Microsaccus wenzelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microsaccus wenzelii?
Microsaccus wenzelii
What is the family of Microsaccus wenzelii?
Orchidaceae
What is the natural habitat of Microsaccus wenzelii?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Microsaccus 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-127618: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.