Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Van den Berg, Salazar & Soto Arenas
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 2: 9 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836185
Common Names
- Nemaconia pellita
- Pellita Nemaconia
- Pellita
Description
Nemaconia pellita (also called Pellite 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 pellita is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nemaconia pellita 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nemaconia pellita 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 pellita
Nemaconia pellita is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Nemaconia pellita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nemaconia pellita?
Nemaconia pellita
What is the common name of Nemaconia pellita?
Pellita Nemaconia
What is the natural habitat of Nemaconia pellita?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Nemaconia 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,