Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pellita
ID:
836850

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


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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.

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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 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

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' 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.