Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longipetala
ID:
836845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Correll) Van den Berg, Salazar & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 2: 8 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836180



Common Names

  • Nemaconia longipetala
  • Longipetala Nemaconia
  • Longipetala


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Description

Nemaconia longipetala (also called Long-petal nemaconia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Nemaconia longipetala is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemaconia longipetala is white and tubular in shape with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemaconia longipetala is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of climates. It requires full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Nemaconia longipetala

Nemaconia longipetala is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Nemaconia longipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemaconia longipetala?

Nemaconia longipetala

What is the common name of Nemaconia longipetala?

Longipetala Nemaconia

What is the natural habitat of Nemaconia longipetala?

Tropical rainforests

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

Donovan Stewart Correll (1908-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Correll' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.