Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subnivalis
ID:
1316917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach., Mytnik & S.Nowak

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 2012[epublished]: s.p. (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329371



Common Names

  • Myrosmodes subnivalis
  • Subnivalis Myrosmodes
  • Snowy Myrosmodes


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Description

Myrosmodes subnivalis (also called 'Alpine Myrosmodes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a perennial herb native to Ecuador, growing in alpine meadows at elevations of 3000-4000 m. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, with white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Myrosmodes subnivalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in areas with low water requirements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrosmodes subnivalis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrosmodes subnivalis is a tropical plant native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is a fast-growing, clumping, evergreen perennial with large, glossy, green leaves. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the clumps. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Myrosmodes subnivalis

Myrosmodes subnivalis is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in alpine meadows and along rocky slopes.

Myrosmodes subnivalis FAQ

What is the common name of Myrosmodes subnivalis?

Alpine Myrosmodes

What type of soil does Myrosmodes subnivalis prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Myrosmodes subnivalis prefer?

Cool, temperate climate

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.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.
Sławomir Nowak (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Nowak' in the authors string.