Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Tijdschr. Natuurl. Gesch. Physiol. 1: 142 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251828
Common Names
- Neuwiedia veratrifolia
- Veratrum-leaved Neuwiedia
- Neuwiedia
Synonyms
- Neuwiedia amboinensis J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Neuwiedia calanthoides Ridl. [unknown]
- Neuwiedia cucullata J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Neuwiedia lindleyi Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Neuwiedia veratrifolia (also called veratrum-leaved neuwiedia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neuwiedia veratrifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuwiedia veratrifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuwiedia veratrifolia is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It is best propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces and then planted in separate pots. When propagating by seed, the seed should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, warm location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Neuwiedia veratrifolia
Neuwiedia veratrifolia is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Neuwiedia veratrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuwiedia veratrifolia?
Neuwiedia veratrifolia
What is the family of Neuwiedia veratrifolia?
Acanthaceae
What are the common names of Neuwiedia veratrifolia?
Veratrum-leaved elephant ear
Species in the Neuwiedia 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,