Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
255268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 496 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254600



Common Names

  • Oeonia rosea
  • Pink Oeonia
  • Pink Woodland Star


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Synonyms

  • Oeonia forsythiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oeonia oncidiiflora Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Oeonia rosea (also called Rose Oeonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem and small, pink flowers. It is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oeonia rosea is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections. It is also used as a food source and for its oil, which is used for cooking and lighting.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oeonia rosea are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oeonia rosea is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Oeonia rosea

Oeonia rosea is native to tropical Africa.

Oeonia rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oeonia rosea?

Oeonia rosea

What is the common name of Oeonia rosea?

Rosa

What is the natural habitat of Oeonia rosea?

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,

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