Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
constricta
ID:
244945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach.) Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 41: 852 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244277



Common Names

  • Microthelys constricta
  • Constrict Microthelys
  • Microthelys


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Synonyms

  • Galeottiella constricta Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Microthelys constricta (also called 'Constricted Microthelys', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Microthelys constricta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microthelys constricta has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microthelys constricta is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is a fast-growing tree and may reach its full size in a few years. It is best to water the tree regularly and fertilize it every few months.

Where to Find Microthelys constricta

Microthelys constricta is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Microthelys constricta FAQ

What is the common name of Microthelys constricta?

Velvet-leaf

What is the natural habitat of Microthelys constricta?

Rainforest

What is the average height of Microthelys constricta?

2-3 feet

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-128171: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.